Building a strong and healthy social circle is important for our mental and physical well-being. There are several ways to do so, and here are some tips based on current and credible studies.
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- Demir, M. (2010). Close relationships and happiness among emerging adults. Journal of Happiness Studies, 11(3), 293-313.
- Srivastava, S., Guglielmo, S., Beer, J. S., & Hu, L. (2009). Knowing thyself and others too: The relationship of self-insight and perspective-taking with agreeableness and extraversion. Social Psychological and Personality Science, 1(2), 149-156.
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