Dr. Leve was recently featured in ‘Voyage MIA.” You can read her interview HERE
What is the key to happiness?
My clients often ask me what are the keys to happiness and emotional well-being. My answer: ‘healthy relationships and meaningful connections.’ Often times the response is, ‘But what else?’ or ‘What really will help me to feel better?’
The most recent research from the Harvard Adult Development Study, a longitudinal study led by Dr. Robert Waldinger that followed two groups of men throughout the lifespan, continues to show how our happiness and physical well-being are significantly impacted by our relationships (or lack thereof).
Key take aways:
- feeling socially connected and satisfied is correlated with happiness and physical health
- it’s the depth, not the breadth of our relationships that matters – quality of relationships is critical in reaping the health benefits
- healthy and nourishing relationships impact our brain functioning, specifically our memory
Welcome!
Welcome to my blog. I’m so glad you stopped by! The blog is going to serve as a source of information for hot topics in the areas of mental wellness and performance psychology.
As a licensed clinical psychologist I have had years of clinical and research training. My goal with the blog is to use my knowledge base to sift through all the cutting edge research, bringing you the essential information, to help meet your goals and be your best self.
Can’t wait to share!