TED Radio Hour Meditations On Loneliness
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Apr 24, 2020 
Jonny Sun is an author and illustrator whose work delves into loneliness, while Susan Pinker is a developmental psychologist focused on its effects on health. Architect Grace Kim designed a co-housing community to foster connection, and Suleika Jaouad shares her personal journey through isolation. They discuss how vulnerability can build supportive online communities, the biological need for social connections, and innovative ways to design spaces that combat loneliness. The conversation explores transforming loneliness into empowering solitude through creativity and shared experiences.
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Jomni's Loneliness
- Jonny Sun's book "Everyone's an Alien When You're an Alien Too" follows Jomni, an alien sent to Earth.
- Jomni experiences loneliness while studying Earth creatures, mirroring Sun's feelings during his PhD.
Share Your Vulnerability
- Share your feelings of vulnerability with others, even in the seemingly empty void of the internet.
- This can lead to connections and the discovery of shared experiences, lessening the feeling of isolation.
Therapy and Twitter
- Jonny Sun shared his therapy experiences on Twitter, inspiring others to seek help.
- This demonstrates the positive impact of online vulnerability and shared experiences.
