Loneliness: The Human Signal We Need To Hear REPEAT from Fall '22 (S24-06) Heritage Congregational Church

Mondays, April 1 - May 13, 2024 | 12:45 PM - 02:05 PM [IN PERSON]

In his seminal research book, Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection, Dr. John Cacioppo writes, “… loneliness itself is not a disease; feeling lonely from time to time is like feeling hungry or thirsty from time to time. It is part of being human. The trick is to heed these signals in ways that bring long-term satisfaction.”

In this era of COVID19, where few of us have not been touched by loneliness, this class will cover the implications of loneliness for individual and societal health and well-being, the impact of social media, the role of faith and spirituality, evolutionary and neurological reasons for loneliness, and how to find and restore real, meaningful human connection for overall happiness.

We will rediscover our own unique resilience and learn many of the simple changes we can make now to change our lives and improve our well-being.

Special Notes

NOTE: NO CLASS ON APRIL 8 (Solar Eclipse). Last class May 13.

Presenter: Mary Ruth Kolk

Mary Ruth Kolk has produced a DVD set and authored a book titled “How We Beat Diabetes.” She was president of LIVE Multimedia, past vice president of Cleveland Advertising Association, and a former member of Toastmasters and the Cleveland Coach Federation. Her extensive research and study on diabetes and her hands-on success have brought her numerous speaking engagements, including those at The Ohio State School of Medicine and Humana Health Center.

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