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More Mattering: Talking Tables
As humans, connection is the key to our contentment, happiness, sense of value, sense of belonging. Without it we’re floundering; chasing the next source of approval or self-worth or self-gratification. With a thoughtful note, a quick call, or simple email you can tell someone near or far that they matter. As the saying goes, it’s the little things that mean the most. It’s a simple sentiment with the power to encourage, uplift, and vanquish loneliness.
Loneliness is one of the greatest threats to our sense of well-being, affecting our health through our behaviors on social media, food consumption, and the like. One study suggests that nearly two-thirds of all people-regardless of age or gender-feel lonely at least some of the time. One British supermarket has created “talking tables” in their store cafés as a way to foster connections between people. Those looking for human interaction simply seat themselves at a table designated for that purpose, joining others or indicating a desire to be joined. Conversation ensues, providing a sense of connection and community.
Just another example of how simple and how powerful our efforts to “Do More” can be. See our article below for even more ways to Do More:
Originally published at https://www.bizcatalyst360.com on July 9, 2020.
