In his seminal research book, Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection, Dr. John Cacioppo writes, “… loneliness itself is not a disease; feeling lonely from time to time is like feeling hungry or thirsty from time to time. It is part of being human. The trick is to heed these signals in ways that bring long-term satisfaction.”

In this era of COVID19, where few of us have not been touched by loneliness, this class will cover the implications of loneliness for individual and societal health and well-being, the impact of social media, the role of faith and spirituality, evolutionary and neurological reasons for loneliness, and how to find and restore real, meaningful human connection for overall happiness.

We will rediscover our own unique resilience and learn many of the simple changes we can make now to change our lives and improve our well-being.