HUMANS:CONNECTING BLOG

The HUMANS:CONNECTING blog explores the ideas shaping human connection in modern life.

Through reflections and insights drawn from lived experience, research and public policy, Phil McAuliffe examines loneliness, social connection, meaningful connection, belonging and relational infrastructure.

He also explores how the environments surrounding people influence how we relate to one another across our lives, workplaces and communities.

Humans:Connecting blog exploring human connection, social connection and loneliness

Photo: Michael White Photography

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If you’re new to HUMANS:CONNECTING, these articles introduce the core ideas currently shaping this work.

Meaningful connection in a broken system: Why loneliness isn’t your fault

Introducing social health: a powerful reframe for your loneliness

Workplace communication breakdown signals organisational risk

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HUMAN CONNECTION AND BELONGING

Belonging: the key to connection

Trust and connection: can you have one without the other?

Be a place of welcome: How to foster belonging for deeper human connection

LONELINESS AND SOCIAL HEALTH

What is loneliness? Why is it so bad for us?

Introducing social health: a powerful reframe for your loneliness

5 common symptoms of loneliness and what to look out for

LIFE TRANSITIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS

How to thrive through life’s transitions

Overcoming loneliness – my story from disconnection to meaningful connection

Making new friends as an adult is awkward. You must keep showing up.

WORKPLACES AND LEADERSHIP

Workplace communication breakdown signals organisational risk

Creating Connected Workplaces: Insights from People Leaders

Values-based leadership and connection for thriving teams

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5 common symptoms of loneliness and what to look out for

Loneliness can show up in many ways. Explore 5 common symptoms of loneliness, recognise them in yourself, and learn how to build authentic connection.

Loneliness

Phil McAuliffe

Nov 2, 2025

Values-based leadership & connection for thriving teams: Lessons from an award-winning CEO

Thriving teams often start with leaders who know and live their values. Discover how living your values and building authentic connections can create thriving, high-performing teams.

Workplace

Phil McAuliffe

Oct 12, 2025