Welcome to our Dimensions of Wellness podcast series where we talk about the 8 Dimensions of Wellness and how they can help lead to a balanced and empowered lifestyle. In this episode, we will be delving into the 8th Dimension of Wellness, Social Wellness, and our featured guest for this important conversation is none other than Hannah Graves. In this podcast episode, Hannah and Jaimini will discuss the following: -Importance of social engagement and connectedness for patients with kidney disease -Benefits of social wellness on overall health -Steps to begin or maintain social engagements/relationships and activities when it seems overwhelming -Reaching out to loved ones and the community for help and support and engaging in virtual support groups with other patients with kidney disease or any illness -How to manage social expectations and set boundaries for socialization