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From Neighbours to Community
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Helen Lui speaks with Mark Boardman and Alyssa Sacal from Minivillage, a Vancouver-based company fostering social connections within neighbourhoods. Mark discusses transforming neighbours into friends, while Alyssa emphasizes combating loneliness. The conversation explores authentic community bonds, the impact of physical environments on social connections, and practical tips for fostering relationships. Mark and Alyssa advocate for intentional community-building efforts and envision a future with healthier, happier, and more interconnected communities.
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- The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community
- Dunbar's number
- Robert Waldinger's Ted Talk
- Why Are We So Lonely, by Vox
- 40% of Canadians feel lonely all or some of the time
- The Säg hej! (say hello!) campaign, Luleå, Sweden
- Research organizations mentioned during the podcast: Happy Cities, Hey Neighbour Collective, Tamarack Institute, Genwell Project
- Netflix, Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones
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Host: Helen Lui
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Cover Art By: the Sneaky Artist (https://sneakyart.substack.com/)
Covert Art Titles: Spencer
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Helen Lui speaks with Mark Boardman and Alyssa Sacal from Minivillage, a Vancouver-based company fostering social connections within neighbourhoods. Mark discusses transforming neighbours into friends, while Alyssa emphasizes combating loneliness. The conversation explores authentic community bonds, the impact of physical environments on social connections, and practical tips for fostering relationships. Mark and Alyssa advocate for intentional community-building efforts and envision a future with healthier, happier, and more interconnected communities.
References:
- The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community
- Dunbar's number
- Robert Waldinger's Ted Talk
- Why Are We So Lonely, by Vox
- 40% of Canadians feel lonely all or some of the time
- The Säg hej! (say hello!) campaign, Luleå, Sweden
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- Netflix, Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones
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