The Art of Charm

3 Rules to Reconnect with Old Friends | Anna Goldfarb

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Jun 2, 2025
Anna Goldfarb, a journalist and author of 'Modern Friendship,' dives into the complexities of building and maintaining friendships in today's world. She discusses the alarming paradox of increased loneliness despite being more connected. With her 'Triple D' framework—Desire, Diligence, Delight—Anna offers practical tools for reconnection, highlighting emotional maturity as essential for strong bonds. Listeners learn how to navigate the complexities of modern relationships and avoid the pitfalls of being a perpetual therapist in their friendships.
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Affection Isn’t Enough

  • Affection alone is insufficient for deep friendship.
  • Shared passionate interest forms a compelling core of strong friendships.
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Fluidity of Modern Friendships

  • Modern friendships are more fluid due to increased choice and mobility.
  • Shared interests drive friendships but their loss leads to easy drifting.
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Friendship Requires Individual Effort

  • Past friendships were supported by stable environments like church and workplace.
  • Now, maintaining friendships is an individualistic and active effort.
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