40: Friendship
Richard Wiseman's On Your Mind
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Maintaining Long-Distance Friendships and the Impact of Loneliness
This chapter discusses the importance of maintaining contact with friends and the negative effects of loneliness on physical and mental health. It explores Dunbar's number and the significance of gradually moving from small talk to deeper conversations in building strong friendships. The chapter also highlights the growing problem of loneliness among older people and emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding in building and maintaining friendships.
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