Social wellness is defined as the ability to interact with others, build satisfying relationships, and maintain a strong support network. It encompasses various aspects, including effective communication, empathy, respect, and the capacity to create and sustain meaningful connections. Social wellness contributes to a sense of belonging, purpose, and fulfillment, which are essential for mental and emotional health.
As I typically do when writing on a topic, I looked for definitions and synonyms to make sure that my readers and I are on the same page. Gratitude is “the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness”. I like those words: thankful, appreciation, kindness. I think it is easy to say thank you, but more powerful to show appreciation and kindness. It is similar to how saying sorry is just a word, but an apology says why and how you will make it better. It carries more weight.
I believe that relationships are what gives each of our lives purpose. The connection that each of us have with the people in our lives is what gives us the ability have the emotions that we get to experience. I also believe that we get to have a relationship with ourselves.
