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For more resilience and deeper connections – be uniquely YOU

August 29, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

As summer winds down and my birthday approaches on Labor Day, I can’t think of a better way to wrap…

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From withering to flourishing: the secret ingredient is connection

August 22, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

Since publishing my book in 2020, I’ve learned one truth more than any other: connection isn’t a luxury—it’s a lifeline.…

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How humor can help you through hard times

August 14, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

Sprinkle Seeds of Humor “The most wasted day is one without laughter.” – E.E. Cummings Welcome back to Flourishing Friday!…

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Posted in: Flourishing Fridays, Uncategorized Filed under: Flourishing Friday, Laughter

Is shame secretly sabotaging your relationships?

August 2, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

Welcome back to my summer blog series, Flourishing Friday. These posts are based on a chapter from my book, Withering…

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Be patient with yourself after life knocks you down

July 25, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

Welcome back to Flourishing Friday, my summer blog series inspired by chapters from my book Withering to Flourishing: 9 Ways…

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Celebrating friendship: The heartbeat of a happy life

July 20, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

  The month of July ends with a beautiful reminder: The International Day of Friendship is on July 30th. In a…

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Posted in: Friendship, Improving Relationships, Uncategorized

Prune back to make space for what truly matters

July 18, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

Welcome back to Flourishing Friday, a summer series inspired by my book Withering to Flourishing: 9 Ways to Bloom Again…

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Posted in: Flourishing Fridays, Uncategorized Filed under: Flourishing Friday

Small moments, strong bonds: ways to stay close this busy summer

July 14, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

Summer brings long days, more adventures, and family trips—but let’s be honest, it also comes with packed schedules. Between work,…

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5 invitations to connection you should accept this summer to boost happiness

July 8, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

We all know the feeling – you get that text, the call to go out, or the knock on your…

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The Freedom to Begin Again

July 4, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

As we celebrate Fourth of July today, we often think of freedom in terms of our country—our history, our independence,…

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Posted in: Flourishing Fridays, Uncategorized Filed under: Flourishing Friday

Freedom without loneliness: rekindling connection this summer

July 2, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

It’s the Fourth of July week and to be honest, in recent years, this season hasn’t been my favorite. Since…

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Posted in: Friendship, Improving Relationships, LHC in Action, Uncategorized

Make time to play to boost joy

June 26, 2025 Cher Knebel 2 Comments

With summer officially kicked off, what better time to launch my Flourishing Friday series. Each Friday, I’ll be sharing key…

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In honor of World Compliment Day: how to give more sincere and genuine compliments

February 28, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

March 1 marks World Compliment Day—a day dedicated to the simple, yet powerful act of offering genuine compliments. This observance…

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Posted in: Communication Skills, Improving Relationships, Uncategorized

Shawshank movie celebrates friendship and kindness 30 years later

February 21, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

Celebrating 30 years (in 2024) since its premiered, the Shawshank Redemption movie shows us that kindness and friendship can grow…

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Posted in: Friendship, In the Media (books, movies, research), Uncategorized

Love letter to our little house: what you mean to us

February 9, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

    For those who live in homes on the smaller side, it’s easy to feel like those in larger…

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What Kobe Bryant can teach us about applying the Mamba Mentality to our relationships

February 1, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

Kobe’s Mamba Mentality, which he described as “just trying to get better every day” is an effective approach to bettering…

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What Bridesmaids movie can teach us about acts of kindness to improve our mood

January 26, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

In 2024, the movie Bridesmaids marked its 15th anniversary since its original release. I will never forget watching it with…

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We’re never too old to make new friends: what the Golden Bachelor can teach us

January 23, 2025 Cher Knebel

As we get older, making new friends and forming meaningful connections can feel more challenging. But if there’s one thing…

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Posted in: Friendship, In the Media (books, movies, research)

Using Atomic Habits to boost your social health in 2025 – do these four actions

January 15, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

By applying James Clear’s Atomic Habits basic principles to improving social connection, you can make small, sustainable changes that can…

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Ina Garten shows us how food is a powerful tool in building meaningful connections

January 4, 2025 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

For decades, Ina Garten has taught us how to cook. But perhaps even more importantly, she has shown us the…

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Posted in: In the Media (books, movies, research), Uncategorized Filed under: Barefoot Contessa, Home Entertaining, Ina Garten, Social Health

What Thailand can teach us about kindness

January 27, 2023 Cher Knebel Leave a comment

With so many challenges going on around the world, particularly in America, we thought we could use a little inspiration…

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Living Happily Connected – reconnecting with a friend from the past

July 9, 2022 Brian Knebel

Through the years, friends may come and go but sometimes you meet someone who leaves a big impression on you. …

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A snapshot of a week Living Happily Connected  

Cher Knebel Leave a comment

Finding time to keep connected with friends and family, is just as important as other weekly tasks so keep it…

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How to move on when a friend ghosts you and you don’t know why

July 6, 2022 Cher Knebel 2 Comments

This year, I found myself in a situation where a decade-long friendship ended abruptly, and I wasn’t sure why.  No…

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Posted in: Improving Relationships, Uncategorized Filed under: friendship

5 tips to working well with coworkers from different generations

February 17, 2021 Cher Knebel 16 Comments

Getting along with coworkers from different generations starts with respect, helpfulness and embracing similarities over differences.  I am a big…

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How to connect with people of different cultures

June 19, 2020 Brian Knebel 2 Comments

I have been extremely fortunate to have visited many places around the world when I was single and then later…

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Posted in: Global Inspiration Filed under: connecting around the world

Men Need Friends Too -Especially During Tough Times

September 22, 2019 Brian Knebel Leave a comment

Just like our female counterparts, a man’s life is filled with good times and tough times. From what I have…

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