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How to Be a Better Human

Am I Normal? with Mona Chalabi: How many friends do I need?

Oct 25, 2021
Mona Chalabi, a data journalist known for her work on understanding societal expectations, dives into the realities of friendships in today's world. She discusses the emotional toll of pandemic isolation, revealing insights on how many friends we truly need. Evolutionary psychologist Robin Dunbar's research highlights how relationships evolve with life stages. Chalabi maps her connections against these norms, prompting listeners to reflect on their own friendships and the changing dynamics of social interactions in modern life.
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