Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\nEpisode 2130:\nDiscover how Ryan Frederick's insights from Here.life enlighten us on the pivotal role of social fitness in our well-being. Social fitness goes beyond simple friendships, embodying the art of successful interaction and relationship building across various social contexts. As society shifts towards isolation, Frederick highlights environmental influences on social fitness and proposes life stage-specific antidotes to foster stronger community ties, urging us to value the place we live in as a tool for enhancing our social connections.\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://www.here.life/blog/how-does-your-environment-impacting-social-fitness\nQuotes to ponder:\n"Social fitness is the ability to interact successfully with others, build and maintain positive relationships, and adapt to different social contexts."\n"Good relationships keep us healthier and happier. Period."\nEpisode references:\nBowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community by Robert Putnam: https://www.amazon.com/Bowling-Alone-Collapse-American-Community/dp/0743203046\nThe Good Life: Lessons from the World\u2019s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness by Robert Waldinger: https://www.harvard.com/book/the_good_life/\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices