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Connecting with others on a deeper level can be challenging, but there are steps you can take to build better friendships with those who are going through their struggles. One approach is to practice active listening and empathy. This involves truly listening to their experiences, understanding their emotions, and showing genuine concern for their well-being. Additionally, offering support and encouragement without judgment can help strengthen your bond. It's also important to be vulnerable and open about your own struggles, as this can create a deeper sense of connection and trust. Ultimately, being a better friend means being present, compassionate, and willing to offer your time and support without comparison to others.

Rob Mack | The Art of Positive Psychology & the Science of Well-Being - Art of Charm Ep.#745

They're gonna have some times where they slip up and they're going through some turmoil and they may even be on the verge of suicide and depression . How can we be better friends to those people who are going through their struggles ? Oh , beautiful question .

Rob Mack | The Art of Positive Psychology & the Science of Well-Being - Art of Charm Ep.#745

And a lot of these dark emotions , you're feeling the lack of happiness , the , the lack of gratitude in your life is simply because you haven't been heard . You haven't been able to connect on a deeper level . And a lot of times we go in and we're like , OK , I'm gonna fix this person up and I'm gonna just put a smile on it .

Rob Mack | The Art of Positive Psychology & the Science of Well-Being - Art of Charm Ep.#745

My family was good . You know , I never felt that I was connecting with anyone on a truly deep level . Like I didn't know or feel like I was known , you know .

Rob Mack | The Art of Positive Psychology & the Science of Well-Being - Art of Charm Ep.#745

Yeah . And I struggle with that actually , it's funny because being in the helping profession and being a happiness coach , all the marketing and advertising experts would say Rob , you've got to advertise the problem and push on that pain . And I'm like , I'm so sorry .

Rob Mack | The Art of Positive Psychology & the Science of Well-Being - Art of Charm Ep.#745

Yeah . And when you look around and you feel that you're there , but you're not there because you don't have the relationships in your life . You can count on you distrust everyone and all you're doing is chasing likes and comments .