Why Friendships Are Essential in Sobriety with Dr. Kimberly Horn
Episode Overview
Human connection is crucial for well-being. Loneliness can be as harmful as smoking. Intentionality is key in building and maintaining friendships. Friendships evolve over different life stages. Kindness plays a fundamental role in relationships.
Human connection is the antidote to loneliness and friendship.
Friendships can be a lifeline, especially for those in recovery. In this episode of Soberful, Veronica Valli sits down with Dr. Kimberly Horn to discuss why friendships matter more than anything. Dr. Horn, an expert in physical and mental health outcomes, shares her findings on how vital connections are for our well-being. She explains that human connection is as essential as air, emphasising that loneliness can be as harmful as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.
They delve into the nuances of friendships, discussing how to nurture, end, and recalibrate them, especially in sobriety. Dr. Horn's book, 'Friends Matter for Life,' introduces the eight tenets of dynamic friendship, offering practical advice on building and maintaining meaningful relationships. The conversation also touches on the importance of kindness, how friendships evolve over different life stages, and the intentionality required to foster strong connections.
If you're navigating sobriety or simply looking to strengthen your friendships, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical tips to help you along the way.