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Can #culturalintelligence actually extend your life?! We were fascinated to listen to Noreena Hertz talking recently at the RSA about her new book on the loneliness epidemic (The Lonely Century: How to restore human connection in a world that's pulling it apart). Apparently, having plentiful, successful social connections is an important factor in extending your lifespan, even more so (incredibly!) than good diet and exercise. If 40% of American employees report feeling lonely (another statistic from the book) then surely this is another sign that the time is ripe for #CQ, which helps people connect over cultural divides of all kinds? #loneliness #longevity #socialconnections #culture

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Andrej Juriga

Diversity & Inclusion Consultant | Cross Cultural Trainer | Intercultural Coach | Certified CQ & EQ Facilitator

3mo

Must have been such an incredible experience to hear Noreena talking about this important topic. The need for the attachment is, after all, one of the very basic psychological needs of humans, and it's so painful to see how many have their needs unmet.

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