85 | Does Living Near Your Friends Affect Your Health?

This week​, Annie, Briana, and Derek discuss the science behind friendship and how living in close proximity to good friends impacts your mental and physical health. ​According to numerous multi-generational studies​, it's even ​the key to a longer life. ​W​hat does this mean for those of us who move to ​a​ new country and live ​a​way from our closest friends? As you may imagine, it can have a profound impact - so what can we do about it?In this episode you'll hear about the ways that Annie and Briana are helping women to find those close friendships in a new environment.​ Derek also has the ladies blind-rank some famous female friends and friend groups, and Annie reveals why she once thought there were no paper towels in Denmark (until she made some friends).Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast: Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpodWatch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2FOr listen via The Copenhagen Post: https://cphpost.dk/Derek Hartman: Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrottingYouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrottingTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrottingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrottingAnnie Samples:Instagram: https://instagram.com/annieineventyrland TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@annieineventyrlandBriana Lykkegard:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brilykkeLa Fem:Website: https://stan.store/lafemInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lafem.cph Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What are you doing in Denmark is the podcast that helps you make Denmark makes sense. The name is inspired by "hvad laver du i Danmark," one of the most-heard questions for foreigners living amongst the Danes. This show delivers a blend of education, entertainment, and virtual group therapy from your hosts Derek Hartman and Annie Samples.Derek and Annie have been living in Denmark for years, although it was never the plan for either of them. They both relocated with their families and have been through all the ups and downs of living abroad and adjusting to the Danish lifestyle. They spare no details about fitting in, and not fitting in as foreigners in Denmark while keeping things light, positive, and often hilarious!Besides their personal trials and triumphs, Derek and Annie bring in guests and experts to share their knowledge and enrich the dialogue. Both Danes and fellow internationals from all walks of life and corners of the globe frequent the podcast. Authors, musicians, comedians, actors, and more share their knowledge, advice, and experiences on What Are You Doing in Denmark, the podcast that helps you make Denmark make sense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.