
The Power of Community: How Connection Shapes Wellbeing
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Affinity Federal Credit Union presents the Wellbeing and Your Wallet podcast! In this episode, hosts Grant Gallagher and Shawn Lubitz are joined by John Carpenter, national practice partner at ERA Group and a member of Affinity’s Board of Directors, to talk about the role community plays in shaping our everyday lives. Key discussion topics include what community really means beyond geography, why showing up and getting involved matters, how local engagement supports personal wellbeing, and simple ways to build stronger connections where you live.
Following the main discussion, the team addresses a question from the member mailbag. Grant pulls the following submission: I moved across state lines last year, and I’m still working on finding my community. I just don’t know where to start! How do I find my people and connect with the new place I live?
Grant concludes the discussion by highlighting Affinity’s Wellbeing Awards, which honor individuals and organizations that exemplify excellence in financial, community, and physical wellbeing.
Just a reminder if you have a question or comment for a future Member Mailbag segment, please email them to us @[email protected].
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