Connect & Thrive
The term for the positive feeling generated by social connections and relationships.
What is a sense of belonging?
A mentally stimulating activity that involves solving clues and filling in a grid of squares.
What are crossword puzzles?
A simple practice that involves acknowledging the positive aspects of one's life.
What is gratitude?
A way to strengthen social bonds by expressing appreciation for others.
What is gratitude?
The act of acquiring new knowledge or skills throughout one's life.
What is lifelong learning?
The act of expressing thanks or appreciation to others.
What is saying "thank you"?
The type of support that involves providing tangible assistance or resources to others.
What is instrumental support?
A type of activity that combines physical movement with mental engagement, such as dancing or tai chi.
What are mind-body exercises?
A daily practice of writing down things for which one is grateful.
What is keeping a gratitude journal?
The hormone released during physical contact, such as hugging, that promotes bonding.
What is oxytocin?
The ability to focus and control one's attention, which can be improved through mindfulness practices.
(What is concentration?
The psychological benefit of practicing gratitude that involves a more optimistic outlook.
What is increased positivity?
The concept of giving and receiving support within a social network.
What is social reciprocity?
The regions of the brain involved in memory, learning, and executive functions.
What are the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex?
The term for the enhanced appreciation of life's simple pleasures that can result from practicing gratitude.
What is savoring?