Why Don't We Talk About This?
You already know that there are a bunch of things people talk about in pockets or completely avoid. Things that may be controversial or uncomfortable but we need to get them off our chest. During "Why Don’t We Talk About This?", licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, Paula McMillan-Perez speaks with folks whose learned experiences and/or professions give way to a diverse knowledge of topics that we just aren't talking about...but should be!
Why Don't We Talk About This?
Talking about Collective Effervescence
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Paula explores the concept of collective effervescence and its roots in sociology. She emphasizes the importance of community, using the New York Knicks' championship win as a prime example. Paula highlights how shared joy and community events, like sports victories and concerts, foster a sense of belonging and reduce loneliness. She encourages listeners to reflect and explore ways to increase their own engagement and experiences of collective effervescence. Paula also shares strategies for building and maintaining community connections to reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness.
In this episode, you will hear:
+ collective effervescence and its importance
+ New York Knicks Championship and community impact
+ examples in action
+ strategies for cultivating collective effervescence
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