Dr. Robert Waldinger discusses the 85-year Harvard Study of Adult Development, revealing that strong relationships are the key to longevity and health. He explains how social connections act as stress regulators, protecting the brain and body from chronic inflammation. The episode covers "social fitness," emphasizing that relationships require active maintenance and that quality matters more than quantity. Waldinger also highlights the importance of intergenerational friendships and learning "new dance steps" to adapt to life's changes.
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