“We are born in relationship, we are wounded in relationship, and we can be healed in relationship.” –Harville Hendrix

We are made to live in community with one another; to know and be known, to love and be loved. In fact, healthy, thriving relationships are integral to our flourishing. In this post-pandemic, social media driven age, we find that people are, in some ways, lonelier than ever before. We are longing for connection. Where do we turn? Following is a list of some places to begin. Use your imagination or reach out for more ideas!

Check out a Meet Up Group based on your interests and passions using this link: https://www.meetup.com

Explore volunteer opportunites using this link: https://www.stlvolunteer.org or https://www.sccmo.org/2044/Volunteer-Opportunities

Host a game or movie night: Invite a few colleagues, neighbors or classmates over for a rousing board game or popcorn and a classic comedy. Ask everyone to bring a snack.

Visit a local church: https://www.stlouischurches.org

Spread a blanket or set up a lawn chair on your front lawn or common space and see who comes by

Here is some current information regarding loneliness, its prevalence and impact: https://newsroom.thecignagroup.com/loneliness-epidemic-persists-post-pandemic-look