Could loneliness be silently sabotaging your event's success and your attendees' health? In this eye-opening episode of Return On Wellness, David T Stevens dives deep with Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad, a world-leading psychologist whose groundbreaking research reveals the powerful link between social connection, health, and business outcomes. Learn how fostering meaningful relationships at your events can dramatically enhance attendee experience, boost productivity, and skyrocket your return on investment. If you're serious about wellness, event planning, or simply improving your life's connections, don't miss this compelling conversation!"

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Meet Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad: Connection, Wellness & ROI

• 01:13 – Groundbreaking Research on Social Connection

• 02:46 – Working with the U.S. Surgeon General on Loneliness

• 03:52 – Events and Their Powerful Impact on Loneliness

• 05:11 – Surprising Health Risks of Loneliness You Need to Know

• 07:08 – Social Connection: More than Just Mental Health

• 09:48 – Why Loneliness is as Dangerous as Smoking

• 13:02 – 3 Essential Ingredients of True Social Connection

• 17:20 – Quality vs Quantity: How Many Friends Are Enough?

• 21:03 – Loneliness Epidemic: The Alarming Facts

• 23:24 – Public Awareness Gap in Loneliness and Health

• 27:07 – The EAR Framework: Social Connection in Healthcare

• 33:30 – Loneliness, Isolation, and Connection Explained

• 35:45 – Why Humans Thrive on Social Connection

• 39:26 – Why Belonging is Crucial for Workplace Success

• 44:32 – Practical Strategies to Create Event Belonging