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Why Real-Life Friendships Are Your Secret Weapon for a Longer, Happier Life (and Yes, Even Better Sleep!)

Discover how real friendships can ease stress, boost health, and even add years to your life—science says it’s time to reconnect!

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Kathleen Barnes
December 06, 2024

December 6, 2024

A Message from Kathleen:

Dear Friends,

I am so fortunate to have a strong circle of friends (most of them women) who have bolstered me during stressful times with tea, telephone calls, texts and just their presence.

Learn more about the value of friends in this week’s main article.

Be well,

Kathleen

Main Article

Are you making time for friends? Science is proving the benefits of friendship. Join the sisterhood and live a longer, better and wiser life!

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