Connecting with other people is one of the ‘five ways to wellbeing’ *
Connect means to invest time in strengthening and broadening relationships with other people – feeling close to others and being valued by others are fundamental human needs. Examples of connecting with others include:
- Spending time with friends and family
- Connecting with colleagues at work/school
- Engaging with your neighbours
- Getting involved within your local community
- Joining a club or group
- Attending local events
Organisations in St Helens that provide opportunities to connect with others include…
- The Wellbeing Project
- Community Centres
- CEN
- St Helens Volunteer Centre
- Rotary Club of St Helens
- Friends of Griffin Wood
- Friends of St Helens Cemetery and Crematorium
Some of the other five ways to wellbeing can also bring opportunities to connect with other people – for example going along to a fitness class at a local leisure centre can provide an opportunity to meet with like-minded people.
* source: Foresight Project Mental Capacity and Wellbeing (2008)