Loneliness is an epidemic that no one is immune to. Loneliness is one of the only shared human experiences that every person has faced in their lifetime. Studies continue to show that loneliness has a multiplier effect on both mental and physical health challenges. We believe the solution to loneliness starts with intentional connection. Through this curriculum, we feature stories from individuals with unique and diverse experiences, challenges and successes. These stories will both inspire individuals to connect with others and encourage those that feel lonely in shared experiences. We believe through the power of connection and our Connection Curriculum, we can provide tools to create a culture that supports students when they feel lonely. When we can remove the stigma and live in connection to those around us, then we are on our way to ending loneliness in our world.

Welcome to the Only7Seconds Connection Curriculum

Each month you will receive a video with supporting materials. It is our hope that you use the video to start a conversation with your students about connection. We know that over the course of the year that each student may not connect with each video, but it is our hope that throughout the year there is something for everyone to find a message that resonates. Our storytellers share powerful insights into how they have come out the other side of loneliness by finding connection. 

1. Videos & Resources

program overview

2. Connection Challenges

3. teacher role

Our monthly call to action is set up to aid students in creating deeper relationships with the people in their lives. We recognize that not all relationships are equal. In an attempt to avoid adding to the isolation some students may feel if their primary relationships are not traditional, we have steered clear of naming the connection circles based on specific relationships. (I.e. parental relationships, romantic relationships, friend groups etc). 

Your role is simple— show the videos, lead the conversation and present the call to action. And your role is vital— continue to focus on developing relationships and intentional connections with your students to end loneliness. We hope our materials encourage you and help to lighten the load.