The Impact of Work on Social Connection

In this podcast episode, Catherine Hu explores the challenges of making friends at work and how it affects overall happiness. Starting her first job after college, Catherine expected to easily form new friendships in the office. However, she discovered that work friendships were not as accessible as in college, leaving her feeling lonely. Catherine wrote an article analyzing this phenomenon, arguing that work should be about income and professionalism rather than making friends. The article went viral, leading to a wider discussion on the topic. Despite her initial stance, Catherine eventually formed a close friendship with a co-worker, realizing the positive impact it had on her work and happiness.