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Melanie Goodman's avatar

For me, the quickest way to feel more connected is to initiate something small — a message, a voice note, even a handwritten card. Being seen often starts with seeing others first.

I’ve noticed this especially with professionals navigating transitions. In my work, even one intentional check-in often shifts how someone feels about their network.

According to Harvard’s latest social wellness study, people who proactively reach out just once a week report a 36% increase in perceived connection.

Do you think connection is more about frequency or intention?

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Jose Antonio Morales's avatar

In my experience, we need to feel connected or belong frequently. In my case, I get together with people at least twice a week. But those are not job-related; they are about friendship, support, or a common goal.

If by frequency you mean the period of time between I see a person and the next time I see the same person, I think it is not relevant. Once the connection is established, seeing echother always feels like it happened yesterday."

I believe connection is about mutual intention.

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John Brewton's avatar

Real growth always starts with honesty and community, not isolation.

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Jose Antonio Morales's avatar

Absolutely. Most founders, entrepreneurs of all kinds feel lonely among many people.

We must participate in real communities.

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