Day 7 Connection and Community - Seven Swans

What Women Want Today

In this episode, host Terri Kellums discusses the importance of connection with community for mental health and personal growth. She reflects on her own experiences of feeling disconnected after moving to a new place and emphasizes the need for socialization and support. Terri shares various strategies for finding and building a community, including joining interest-based groups, using online platforms like Meetup.com, and connecting with others through work and hobbies. She also highlights the healing power of being in a supportive community and encourages listeners to navigate challenges with grace and elegance.

Takeaways

• Connection with community is important for mental health and personal growth.
• Finding community in a new place can be challenging, but there are strategies to overcome this.
• Interest-based groups, online communities, and social media can help in finding like-minded individuals.
• Overcoming fear and trying new activities, such as joining hiking groups, can lead to new connections.
• Meetup.com is a useful platform for finding and joining interest-based groups.
• Work and hobbies can also provide opportunities to meet new people and build community.
• Being in a supportive community can have a positive impact on overall well-being.
• Navigating challenges with grace and elegance can lead to personal growth.
• Joining a community can provide support and a sense of belonging.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Reflection on 2023

00:58
The Importance of Connection with Community

03:07
Challenges of Finding Community in a New Place

05:30
Finding Community through Shared Interests

07:18
Online Communities and Social Media

09:39
Overcoming Fear and Joining Hiking Groups

10:34
Using Meetup.com to Find Interest-Based Groups

12:02
Finding Community through Work and Hobbies

13:22
The Importance of Being in Community

16:06
Reflection on Grace and Elegance in Personal Growth

16:32
Conclusion and Invitation to Join the Community

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Разделы

1. Day 7 Connection and Community - Seven Swans (00:00:00)

2. Finding and Connecting With Community (00:00:02)

3. Finding Like-Minded Communities (00:11:22)