Molly Watts

The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast

Molly Watts, Author & Coach

  • Think Thursday: The Connection Economy-How Relationships Reshape Our Brains

Think Thursday: The Connection Economy-How Relationships Reshape Our Brains

Thursday 6th March 2025

Discover how meaningful relationships can reshape your brain and improve well-being in The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast's latest episode.
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The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast
Author:
Molly Watts
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Categories:
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Reshape Your Brain with the Connection Economy

Episode Overview

  • Quality relationships are key to happiness and health.
  • Meaningful connections release oxytocin, dopamine, and serotonin.
  • Prioritise depth over breadth in relationships.
  • Create connection rituals for consistent bonding.
  • Join communities with shared goals for support.
Good relationships keep us happier and healthier
Are you ready to explore how your relationships can reshape your brain? In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts dives into the 'Connection Economy' and its profound impact on our well-being. She explains how deep, meaningful relationships are key to behaviour change and overall happiness. Unlike the distraction-filled Attention Economy, the Connection Economy rewards us with better mental health and stronger habits.
Molly highlights the Harvard Study of Adult Development, which found that quality relationships are the clearest predictor of happiness and health. So, if you've ever wondered why some people find it easier to change their habits or why isolation makes it harder to stick to goals, this episode is for you. Discover how oxytocin, dopamine, and serotonin released during social connections can provide sustainable sources of happiness without the negative side effects of alcohol.
Molly also offers practical strategies to harness the power of connection, such as prioritising depth over breadth in relationships, creating connection rituals, practising active listening, leveraging body-based connection, and joining communities with shared goals. By investing in meaningful relationships, you'll not only improve your happiness but also rewire your brain for greater resilience and lasting change. Don't miss out on this fascinating discussion that could transform your approach to relationships and well-being. Ready to reshape your brain?
Tune in and start investing in your Connection Economy today.