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The Loneliness Epidemic and Work (with Surgeon General Vivek Murthy)

The Anxious Achiever

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The Power of Work Friends and the Importance of Social Connection

This chapter explores the significance of work friends and social connection in our lives. It highlights research on the positive impact of work friends on engagement, creativity, and productivity, as well as the negative impact of lacking social connections. The chapter also discusses the distinction between being alone and feeling lonely, and emphasizes the importance of relationships and community in combating loneliness.

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