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“I Don’t Like People” – A Dangerous Affirmation That Could Reduce Your Lifespan
By Ife Thomas
I recently listened to Dr. Wendy Suzuki on Masterclass, and her insights on brain health and longevity were eye-opening. She highlighted that our daily interactions and connections significantly predict how long we will live. Simple gestures like saying hello to the barista at Starbucks or greeting people with a smile can have a profound impact on our wellbeing.
If you’re someone who often says, “I don’t like people,” consider this: you might be inadvertently shortening your lifespan. Neuroscience shows that social connections are vital for our health. My own journey into neuroscience revealed that our behaviours are crafted to help us feel good, and positive interactions are a healthy way to achieve this.
When you look someone in the eye and smile, or when you thank your barista with genuine eye contact, you are acknowledging their presence and creating a connection. In the Mind Workout Vault, I discuss this in the video, “When You become The Leading Character of Your Life.”
Many viewers have shared how powerful this message is. As much as we are the main characters in our lives, the supporting characters around us also need to feel seen and valued.
So, the next time you frequent your favorite coffee shop or run into familiar faces, take a moment to engage. Share a part of yourself and invite them to share too.
According to Dr Wendy Suzuki, the more connections we cultivate, the longer and healthier our lives will be.
If that isn’t enough incentive to start liking people and saying hello, then I don’t know what is.
Let’s make an effort to connect more, for the sake of our health and longevity.
If you’re someone who often says, “I don’t like people,” consider this: you might be inadvertently shortening your lifespan. Neuroscience shows that social connections are vital for our health. My own journey into neuroscience revealed that our behaviours are crafted to help us feel good, and positive interactions are a healthy way to achieve this.
When you look someone in the eye and smile, or when you thank your barista with genuine eye contact, you are acknowledging their presence and creating a connection. In the Mind Workout Vault, I discuss this in the video, “When You become The Leading Character of Your Life.”
Many viewers have shared how powerful this message is. As much as we are the main characters in our lives, the supporting characters around us also need to feel seen and valued.
So, the next time you frequent your favorite coffee shop or run into familiar faces, take a moment to engage. Share a part of yourself and invite them to share too.
According to Dr Wendy Suzuki, the more connections we cultivate, the longer and healthier our lives will be.
If that isn’t enough incentive to start liking people and saying hello, then I don’t know what is.
Let’s make an effort to connect more, for the sake of our health and longevity.
