Ep. 2: Building & Sustaining Authentic Social Connections | Dr. Simon Rice

In this episode of the In Good Company Podcast, we dive into the challenges of loneliness and social isolation, and tips for building strong authentic social connections, particularly for men. Join host Paul and special guest Dr. Simon Rice, Global Director of the Movember Men's Health Institute, as they talk about the importance of social connections for men's mental and physical health. Using real-life scenarios, they offer insights on finding the best places for men to connect, navigating major life transitions, and the impact of connecting online.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
Challenges of Making New Friends: Why making new friends becomes harder as men get older.
Importance of Social Connections: Discover how strong social connections benefit mental and physical health.
Real-Life Examples: Hear stories from the photovoice study about men's experiences with social connections.
Practical Advice: Learn strategies for fostering genuine relationships and overcoming social barriers.
00:00 - Introduction
01:18 - Dr. Simon Rice's work with Movember
02:18 - What does authentic connection between men look like?
04:11 - Benefits of social connection for men
7:17 - Scenario #1: Making new connections
8:57 - Making new friends as men get older is harder
11:58 - How to overcome the fear of rejection
15:07 - Where can men best connect with other guys?
17:25 - Scenario #2: Major life transitions and how to connect in a new community
22:53 - How can family members support the men in their lives during life changes or transitions?
24:53 - Scenario #3: Connecting virtually when experiencing loneliness
28:38 - Differences between connecting virtually and in-person
32:02 - Scenario #4: Steps to building authentic connections
32:45 - How can guys strengthen connections over time
35:06 - How Dr. Rice stays connected with his buddies
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