Community: August 27 - September 2

A zillion studies show the depth and breadth of our relationships determine our ultimate happiness. Want to improve life on all fronts? Cultivate love. Figure out how to surround yourself with meaningful friendships. Give the best part of yourself to others and they’ll do the same for you.

Bob Saldutti and I in Italy

My husband Patrick is very good at this. He tries to follow the “Bob Saldutti” rule. Whenever someone crosses his mind from his past, whether from childhood, college, or career with whom he has lost contact, he spends 5 minutes trying to find a way to connect. If he succeeds, he sends a text, an email, or makes a phone call. It is amazing what a difference this simple rule has made.

Practice

Make a plan to expand your circle of relationships. Find ways to tell the important people in your life that you love them. Invest in your friendships the same way you invest for retirement.

And if someone unexpectedly comes to mind today, now you know what to do.