Episode 21 - Lifestyle as Medicine: The Power of 'We'

Send us Fan MailLast Fall, the World Health Organization declared that loneliness is a threat to our well-being. In fact, it can be just as detrimental to our health as smoking, excessive alcohol intake, or obesity. I think for most of us, this is shocking news because we tend to separate our emotional and mental health from our physical health, but this just shows how interconnected these areas are. They went on to say that people who are socially isolated tend to have a higher risk of anxiety, depression, dementia, and stroke.  What is it about social connection that is so protective? How can we tap into that?  Listen in to find out how.References:WHO launches commission to foster social connection: https://www.who.int/news/item/15-11-2023-who-launches-commission-to-foster-social-connectionCheck out Brene Brown’s Ted Talk on the Power of Vulnerability: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCvmsMzlF7o Support the showDr. Tanikella practices General Pediatrics, Integrative Medicine, and is an expert in Mind-Body medicine. She has traveled the world to learn more about the intersection where mind, body, health, personal beliefs, and motivation meet. She is founder and CEO of Integrative Approaches to Mastering Wellness, where she brings the wisdom of mind body medicine and the power of life coaching together to help her clients break through their glass ceilings. Learn more and join our email list at iamwellmd.com. Drop us a message by going to iamwellmd.com/contact.  Follow I AM Well MD: Instagram | LinkedIn | FacebookDisclaimer: The information shared on the I AM Well MD Podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. All health-related decisions should be made in consultation with your personal medical provider.The views expressed by me are my own and do not reflect those of my guests, employers, or affiliated institutions. The views of any guest do not represent my personal or professional opinions. The content shared on this podcast is intended to inspire thoughtful reflection, not to provide medical diagnosis or treatment.