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The Power of Strangers
Book • 2021
In 'The Power of Strangers,' Joe Keohane delves into the benefits of bridging the distance between us and people we don’t know.
Despite being wired to fear or distrust strangers, Keohane finds that societies and individuals who connect with strangers benefit immensely.
The book draws on cutting-edge research to show how even brief interactions can enhance empathy, happiness, and cognitive development, ease loneliness and isolation, and deepen our sense of belonging.
Keohane also gathers practical tips from experts and tests them in real-life situations, often with humorous and poignant results.
Despite being wired to fear or distrust strangers, Keohane finds that societies and individuals who connect with strangers benefit immensely.
The book draws on cutting-edge research to show how even brief interactions can enhance empathy, happiness, and cognitive development, ease loneliness and isolation, and deepen our sense of belonging.
Keohane also gathers practical tips from experts and tests them in real-life situations, often with humorous and poignant results.
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Guy Raz as the author of the book, which explores the benefits of connecting with strangers.
Guy Raz as the author of the book, which explores the benefits of connecting with strangers.
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