Take a moment to reflect on your relationships and sense of belonging with our Social Health Pulse Check. This quick self-assessment helps you understand where you stand, celebrate your strengths, and identify opportunities to strengthen connections that support your overall well-being.

Instructions: Rate each statement from 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree).

INDIVIDUAL: Connection & Support 

• I feel a sense of belonging in at least one community or group. 
• I have someone I can talk to when I’m feeling stressed or overwhelmed. 
• I regularly engage in conversations that feel meaningful. 
• I feel seen and valued in my relationships. 
• I make time to connect with others, even when life is busy. 

GROUP: Team Culture (if you are currently working)

• Our team culture encourages open, respectful communication. 
• Team members feel comfortable reaching out for support when needed. 
• We create regular opportunities for connection. 
• Recognition and appreciation are part of our workplace culture. 
• Employees feel a sense of belonging and inclusion within the team.  

Reflection: 

Add your responses for a maximum score of 25 in each section.  

Interpretation: 

• 21–25: Strong social health—keep nurturing your connections! 
• 15–20: Moderate—some areas may need attention. 
• Below 15: Opportunity for growth—this month is a great time to start. 

Optional Journaling Prompt 

• What’s one relationship I’d like to strengthen this month—and what’s one small step I can take? 

Well-being isn’t just about how we feel physically or mentally- it’s also shaped by how we connect. Social Health, the quality of our relationships and sense of belonging, plays a quiet but powerful role in our overall wellness. Whether you’re feeling deeply connected or a bit out of sync, this is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and explore what connection means to you.

What Is Social Health?

Social health refers to your ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships, communicate effectively, and feel a sense of belonging. It’s not just about being social- it’s about feeling supported, valued, and connected in your everyday life.

Think of social health as the “glue” that holds your emotional and physical wellness together. It influences how you cope with stress, how resilient you are in tough times, and even how long you live.

Why Social Health Matters

Strong social connections can:

• Boost mental and emotional well-being: Feeling seen, heard, and valued helps reduce anxiety and depression, and fosters a sense of belonging.
• Support physical health: People with strong social ties tend to have lower blood pressure, better immune function, and longer lifespans.
• Enhance workplace engagement: In professional settings, meaningful relationships can improve collaboration, morale, and overall job satisfaction.

Whether through friendships, family, colleagues, or community, nurturing Social Health helps us thrive.

How Do You Know Where You Stand? 

To kick off this month, we invite you to take our Social Health Pulse Check- a short self-assessment designed to help you reflect on your current level of social connection and satisfaction.

You can revisit this check at the end of the month to see how your awareness and habits have shifted.

• Take the Social Health Pulse Check

What to Expect This Month

As we move through the holiday season, we’re taking time to explore how connection supports well-being in ways we often overlook. From the science of relationships to small, intentional actions that help us feel more grounded, this journey offers space to reflect and reconnect.

Follow along and reconnect with what matters most!

Explore Additional Resources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Social Connection

The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community