The Mel Robbins Podcast

The Reality of Adult Friendship: Here’s Why You’re Lonely & How to Make Real Friends as an Adult

May 7, 2026·1h 19m·5-min readinterviewself improvement
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Social connection is not just a nice-to-have; it's a foundational pillar of health, as vital as physical and mental well-being. Decades of research show that strong friendships reduce the risk of illness, increase longevity, and buffer against stress, while loneliness can be as deadly as

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Kasley Killam

interview on The Mel Robbins Podcast

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Kasley KillamMel

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The Art and Science of Connectionby Kasley Killam

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AnxietyDepressionHabitsMental HealthMindfulnessProductivitySelf ImprovementTherapy

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