Hold your friends close: Here’s how they are good for your mental health; therapist shares
From cultivating self-esteem to celebrating our milestones, friends boost mood and make us happier.
From cultivating self-esteem to celebrating our milestones, friends boost mood and make us happier.
Published on Jul 01, 2024 06:46 PM IST 6 Photos
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Friends are our chosen family. They are our partners in crime, our loudest cheerleaders and our shoulders to cry on. It goes without saying that spending time with our friends can instantly boost our mood. “Friendships are vital for our mental health. They not only protect us from loneliness and isolation but they increase our self-esteem, confidence and resilience,” wrote Therapist Gianna LaLota. Here’s how friends can boost mental health and make us happier.(Unsplash)
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Friends are the ones we go to when we are distressed. They help us to have fresh perspectives – this can reduce stress levels and increase happiness.(Pexels)
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Humans are wired to be social creatures. Being around friends helps us to beat loneliness and grow a sense of community.(Unsplash)
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Leaning on our friends during tough times help us to cope with difficult situations better and emerge out of it as a better person.(Unsplash)
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