The Power of Friendship

Collected wisdom from many decades of research gives a clear message: strong relationships top the list of what makes us happy as humans and are what make us live longer and healthier lives. But books on how to strengthen our friendships are largely absent from our bookshelves.As society changes, we form families later in life and we remain single longer, so the importance of friendships is always increasing.What are the building blocks for creating a friendship? What makes some friendships last over time while others run out of steam? How can we deepen our connection with someone we have already known for years? How can we deal with cracks that arise in our friendships and why are awareness, courage and goodwill so important for creating deeper connections?The Power of Friendship is a motivational book based on science and research on the importance of good social relationships. Using techniques from modern psychology and behavioural therapy, it offers solid advice and guided exercises to deepen, further develop and protect your relationships.