The Epidemic of Loneliness: Building Relationships That Matter

Loneliness has become an epidemic, affecting not only our personal lives but also our professional well-being. In a world increasingly dominated by remote work and digital interactions, the need for genuine human connection has never been greater.

The Surgeon General of the United States, Dr. Vivek Murthay, has written about this epidemic, which is getting worse due to people working remotely and meeting by Zoom.

Associations and companies hold the antidote. By convening meetings, conferences, and networking events, they create spaces where people can come together, build meaningful relationships, and foster a sense of belonging. These gatherings aren’t just about exchanging business cards — they’re about reigniting the humanity we’re wired for and combating the isolation many feel in today’s digital age.

I have a full blog post on this topic on ThomSinger.com/blog.

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Thom Singer, CSP, is a professional keynote speaker and the CEO at the Austin Technology Council. When he is the opening keynote speaker at a conference, he sets the stage for better engagement. His talk, “Human Interaction (H.I.) in an A.I. World,” is the presentation that you want to get people thinking about during the first hour of your conference.