Social Support Systems
Having Great People in Your Life is Unbelievably Important
You will encounter unforeseen, difficult, and painful obstacles and events in your life of which you couldn't have prepared for in advance
A strong social support network is critical to help you through the stress of those tough times. Being surrounded by people who are caring and supportive helps you to see yourself as better capable of dealing with the stresses that life brings and keep you anchored to a true perspective of yourself. This type of support can be particularly important during times of stress. A lack of social support can lead to isolation and loneliness
Since supportive family, friends and co-workers are such an important aspect of health and of your life, it's incredibly important to cultivate these important relationships
A social support network is something you can develop when you're not under stress
Two essential aspects of our social networks: social support and social integration. Social integration is the actual participation in various social relationships, ranging from romantic partnerships to friendships. This integration involves emotions, intimacy, and a sense of belonging to different social groups, such as being part of a family, a partnership, a social activity, or a religious community
Social Support Network are a type of risk prevention against future difficult and painful times