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Dr. Vivek Murthy

The Oprah Podcast

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Understanding Loneliness: Cultural and Biological Perspectives

This chapter examines the cultural and biological factors behind the fear of being alone, highlighting societal stigmas and our evolutionary need for community. It also underscores the benefits of solitude for personal reflection and mental well-being, differentiating it from loneliness.

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