Marc Schulz talks in this snippet from The Proof Podcast about how the quality of our relationships, namely our intimate romantic relationships, has a significant effect on our longevity. For decades, research has been obsessed with the U-shaped curve in marital satisfaction – the one that plunges with child-rearing years and traces the track of the “empty nest bump” as children leave home again. The size of the plummet and the strength of the recovery both seemed to settle based on how long people lived, which was surprising for the strength of the effects of our closest people on our health and our lifespan.

The discussion touches upon these key points:

• The relationship between marital satisfaction and longevity, illustrated through a unique U-shaped curve.
• The role of social connections in enhancing physical health through behavioral and emotional support.
• The significance of navigating changes within relationships to foster growth and happiness.
• How thriving relationships contribute to stress reduction, disease resistance, and overall joy, which in turn benefits our physical health.

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