MY TURN: Why Talk?

A 2023 Report by the Surgeon General of the United States concluded that Americans are more lonely and socially isolated than ever, and that this is as dangerous to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Social isolation contributes to higher rates of heart disease and dementia, while social cohesion results in less disease and lower mortality rates.

More than a third of Americans expect to spend more time by themselves. 41% say the lack of friends drives their loneliness; 38% say they lack purpose. Over 50% say they spend more than one-half of their time online. In the UK, almost 15% of under-30’s surveyed reported being depressed, leading to absenteeism and burnout. Nearly one-half reported being fatigued and unproductive at least once a week.

What can we do about this epidemic of loneliness, lack of community, and loss of focus? I explore these questions in this edition of MY TURN. Please click the link here: https://search.app/pPih7Jd1AtoqsD5a8

Best wishes, Bob