Understanding Belonging and Connection

Why is the feeling of belonging important for humans?

• It ensures financial success.

• It guarantees popularity.

• It makes people more competitive.

• It helps in managing stress and anxiety.

What is the first step in finding a sense of belonging?

• Changing your personality to fit in.

• Focusing solely on academic success.

• Avoiding new social situations.

• Identifying your interests and hobbies.

How can self-awareness help in forming connections?

• By allowing you to manipulate others.

• By helping you identify people who share your interests.

• By making you more introverted.

• By ensuring you never face rejection.

What might make it difficult for someone to put themselves out there?

• Having too many friends.

• Having a busy schedule.

• Experiencing trauma or loss.

• Being overly confident.

What should you remember if the steps to belonging feel unrealistic?

• You should give up on trying to belong.

• You should isolate yourself to avoid rejection.

• You deserve to feel like you belong, no matter what.

• You should change your interests to fit in.