Regrann from @lanreolusola - DAY 11 illustration and Tip: #Socialinteraction is a fundamental feature of life. For #socialorder to be possible, effective social interaction must also be possible In one of the recent studies on the health benefits of social relationships, researchers provided evidence that #socialties and increased contact with family and friends are associated with a lower risk of death in young women with breast cancer Good Health, Life and Longevity are associated with Social Interaction. Another research reports that quality social interaction is associated with surviving heart surgery What’s more, a 2010 meta-analysis of 148 other studies showed that social connection and interaction doesn’t just help us survive health problems BUT the lack of it causes them So what are the benefits of social interaction? 1. It improves the immune system. Research shows that the lack of social interaction can negatively lead to first signs of depression and anxiety 2. Social interactions are a form of informal education, it plays a pivotal role in improving overall growth and development of an individual. 3. BEaWARE of mobile phones, tablets, games etc, they eliminate social interaction ESPECIALLY in children 4. Social interactions provide a great opportunity to understand various kinds of people, their mannerisms, personalities, thought processes and so on 5. Social interactions help reduce shyness and hesitance from an individual making them ready to face the world in a smart manner 6. Physical interaction with friends and family provides happiness and joy, as you can share issues and emotions more explicitly 7. It’s a great way of giving and getting emotional, physical and spiritual support Few tips to improve your social interaction • Be confident • Have an opinion on whatever is being discussed • Find out what other people want to talk about, know what’s trending • Have good body language, watch your positure. Arms folded or crossed, or a slouched sitting posture signifies, lack of interest or that you are keeping to yourself. • Surround yourself with people with similar interests and likes #TheCatalyst #BoostYourDoseofDOSE - #regrann