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Oct 21, 2024 
Gwendolyn Bounds, author of "Little Chapel on the River," shares her insights on community and health. She reflects on what she learned while working in a small pub, highlighting the decline of local gathering spaces over 40 years. Bounds discusses the vital role of 'third places' in fostering connections and resilience, particularly after crises like 9/11 and COVID-19. She also examines how technology has transformed human interactions and the importance of finding meaningful online communities. Wendy's expertise emphasizes the need for genuine connections in today's fast-paced world.
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Finding Solace at Guinan's Pub
- Wendy Bounds found solace in Guinan's Pub in Garrison, New York, after 9/11.
- The pub, a comforting space, played a key role in her decision to relocate from Manhattan.
The Decline of Gathering and Its Impact
- Declining local gathering spaces correlate with reduced social interaction and increased loneliness.
- Statistics reveal a significant drop in social activities and local establishment ownership since the 1980s.
Little Chapel on the River
- Wendy Bounds' book, Little Chapel on the River, tells the story of Guinan's Pub after 9/11.
- It explores community, connection, and resilience in a small town.
