Podcast 343: The science of connection, trust, and belonging + how to master the art of influence (with Jon Levy)

EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak to behavioral scientist and NYT bestselling author Jon Levy about his new book, building meaningful connections, developing community, achieving what is important to us, the nature of human influence, and more! Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-science-of-connection-trust-belonging-how-to-master-the-art-of-influence For more info about Jon and to get his book: https://www.jonlevytlb.com Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747 Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -Blinkist: To get your free week on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription see: https://www.blinkist.com/DRLEAF. -Jenni Kayne: Find your forever pieces today at jennikayne.com and get 15% off your first order when you use code LEAF at checkout. -Oak Essentials: Reveal your best skin with Oak Essentials at oakessentials.com! You can purchase the entire 5-step routine for $195, or try your first product for 15% off when you use code LEAF at checkout. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 4:50 Why John is famous for his dinner parties 6:00 Are emotions & behaviors “contagious”? 7:45 Dating & relationships: do opposites really attract? 10:20, 14:00, 27:00 How do we create common ground? 17:30 The power of expanding your community 24:00 Networking: why is it so awful? 26:00 What makes people friends? 29:50 The connection between trust & vulnerability 40:00 Communication, distance & COVID-19 43:00 Social skills are anti-fragile 46:30 What is influence & how does it help us connect with others? ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources Follow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies: -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/- -Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf -Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf -Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.