Joy Loves Company (and so do we:-).

I’m in the business of romantic and intimate relationships. And while these are deeply important to our lives, this blog focuses on another key ingredient to our well-being: our friendships.

Psychological research from around the globe shows that having strong social connections is one of the most reliable predictors of a long, healthy, and happy life. Strong bonds not only boost our mood but also build our resilience and, yes, even improve our physical health.

Let’s face it: life can get heavy. Between work, responsibilities, challenges and losses, not to mention endless to-do lists, it’s easy to find ourselves running on autopilot, with joy falling to the wayside. And that’s exactly why friendship matters so much. Good friends — the kind you can truly relax with — have this wonderful ability to press pause on the serious side of life. With them, we remember how to laugh, how to play, how to be a little silly again.

There’s a kind of magic that happens when you gather around a table with friends. You start with a casual glass of wine, a shared meal, a little more wine... and soon stories are flowing, giggles bubble up, and next thing you know — someone’s wiping tears from their eyes. The stress melts away, replaced by connection, joy, and that unmistakable feeling: these are my people. That sense of comfort, acceptance, history, and pure fun....and more memories made to soothe the soul.  Priceless.

Life isn’t just about doing. It’s about being. And being with people who “get you” is one of the sweetest parts of life. So here’s to the friends who pull us out of our funks, who remind us how to play, who fill our lives with stories, humour, and the kind of warmth no wellness app can ever deliver. 

Here’s to the friends who keep us young at heart and remind us that joy is always best when shared!

Lydia