“We are hardwired to connect with others, it’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.” - Daniel Siegel
We are stronger together. Fostering belonging creates better employee engagement, empowerment, and better results. Cultivating true connection promotes higher team performance. Find out more about the Power of We from these insightful resources.
Read: Here are some of our favorite books on the topic!
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown Explores the importance of authenticity and the role of belonging in living a wholehearted life.
Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World by Vivek H. Murthy Highlights the impact of loneliness and how connection fosters well-being.
Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides by Geoffrey L. Cohen A blend of research and practical strategies for fostering belonging in communities and workplaces
Listen: For those who like to consume info via podcasts, we love these!
On Being with Krista Tippett Explores the human experience, including themes of connection, community, and meaning.
The Science of Happiness (Greater Good Science Center) Offers practical tips for building connection and fostering belonging.
Unlocking Us with Brené Brown Covers topics of vulnerability, connection, and belonging in personal and professional contexts.
Watch: And for you visual learners, these are incredible resources for a deeper dive into this topic.
Ted Talks:
"What Makes a Good Life? Lessons from the Longest Study on Happiness” by Robert Waldinger Explores how relationships are key to happiness and belonging.
"From Othering to Belonging" with Angela Glover Blackwell and John A. Powell Examines the power of communities in fostering connection and collective belonging.
Documentaries:
'The Social Dilemma' (Netflix) Examines the impact of social media on human connection and the struggle for authentic belonging in a digital world.
Research: Great research-rich materials on the topic.
Greater Good Science Center (UC Berkeley) Research-based articles on belonging and connection: Greater Good Magazine.
Harvard Business Review Articles on workplace belonging and fostering connection: Search "Belonging" at HBR.
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