Mandatory wellness check needed. The CDC proclaimed a Loneliness Epidemic in 2023

Warning - Triggering Topic Loneliness is a public health crisis that has been called an epidemic by the U.S. Surgeon General. In 2021, 49% of adults reported having three or fewer friends, compared to 27% in 1990. For young people ages 15 to 24, the time spent in-person with friends fell from about 150 minutes per day in 2003 to 40 minutes per day in 2020.The health impact of loneliness is comparable to smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. Loneliness is associated with an increased risk of heart disease, depression, and cognitive decline.The U.S. Surgeon General released an 85-page advisory declaring loneliness a new public health epidemic in the United States. The advisory warned that Americans have become increasingly lonely and isolated, and this lack of social connection is having profound effects on our mental and physical health.The Financial Griot is a play on two words (Finance + Griot) that hold significance in closing the wealth gap while embracing our differences. We tell the stories that others don't. Stories about growth, opportunity, and embracing changes. Beyond that, we talk about Finances. Specifically, how to become Financially literate, incorporate actionable steps, and ultimately build generational wealth.Can you imagine being a Millionaire in 20 years or less? Yeah, it's possible. 80% of millionaires are the first generation. That means they didn't come from wealth. We teach you how. Join a community of subscribers who welcome a fresh take on money.So there you have it, The Financial Griot, or TFG for short. The hosts were able to amass over $2 Million in wealth in about eight years and are on track to retire early. We will gladly share the secrets if you want them since the opportunity is abundant and Win-Win.Find  the TFG Crew Hosts on InstagramAlainta Alcin - Blogger, Travel and Money Enthusiast @alainta_alcinLawrence Delva-Gonzalez, Financial Blogger, and Educator @theneighboorhoodfinanceguyLovely Merdelus - Entrepreneur and Small Business Growth Specialist @lovelymerdelus