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Discover the importance of forging meaningful connections and the healing power of friendships, especially after periods of isolation. In today's episode, I chatted with author of The Connection Recession, Rich Woo.
We discuss the following key points:
• Emphasizing connection as essential for mental well-being
• Personal anecdotes highlighting the necessity of nurturing relationships
• Strategies to combat loneliness, especially for new parents
• The value of intentional community engagement in maintaining friendships
• Addressing barriers like fear of rejection and time management
• The need for proactive communication in sustaining bonds
Get his book here:
In Canada or in the US.
Follow him Rich on Instagram here.
Support the show
Do you find yourself reacting in ways you wish you could change when your child is upset? Learn how to stay calm, manage your emotions, and respond in a way that actually helps your child.
Get your FREE emotional awareness training for parents and kids below (comes with a poster, workbook and video):
https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/84371dc0b2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4iEbFRZ5QQ&t=12s
Or purchase our course, join the next 8 week group cohort in April 2026 below:
https://curiousneuron.com/reflective-parent-club/
By Cindy Hovington, Ph.D.5
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Send us Fan Mail
Discover the importance of forging meaningful connections and the healing power of friendships, especially after periods of isolation. In today's episode, I chatted with author of The Connection Recession, Rich Woo.
We discuss the following key points:
• Emphasizing connection as essential for mental well-being
• Personal anecdotes highlighting the necessity of nurturing relationships
• Strategies to combat loneliness, especially for new parents
• The value of intentional community engagement in maintaining friendships
• Addressing barriers like fear of rejection and time management
• The need for proactive communication in sustaining bonds
Get his book here:
In Canada or in the US.
Follow him Rich on Instagram here.
Support the show
Do you find yourself reacting in ways you wish you could change when your child is upset? Learn how to stay calm, manage your emotions, and respond in a way that actually helps your child.
Get your FREE emotional awareness training for parents and kids below (comes with a poster, workbook and video):
https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/84371dc0b2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4iEbFRZ5QQ&t=12s
Or purchase our course, join the next 8 week group cohort in April 2026 below:
https://curiousneuron.com/reflective-parent-club/

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