God created us with a deep need for connection—not on social media, but real, meaningful connection. Dr. Mark Mayfield joins Jim Burns to unpack the growing epidemic of loneliness and its serious impact on our physical and emotional health. They talk about how loneliness affects children as well as adults, and how people often try to numb it in unhealthy ways. Dr. Mayfield shares a personal story of caring for his grandparents that helped shape his understanding of true connection. He also offers practical tools for parents to slow down, pay attention, and be fully present with their kids because as Jim says, “We can live with our kids and not be present with them.” This conversation is full of insight, encouragement, and hope for anyone feeling the weight of disconnection.

The Path Out of Loneliness by Dr. Mark Mayfield: https://a.co/d/13KYoCg 

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