The important insight highlighted is that often people focus on supporting friends during tough times, likened to buying insurance when the house is on fire. However, it is crucial to also prepare for potential hardships during good times. By acknowledging that challenges may arise and expressing commitment to be there for each other regardless of circumstances, individuals can effectively 'buy insurance early' for their relationships. It emphasizes the significance of being there for friends consistently, not just during difficult times, and maintaining a supportive presence throughout life's ups and downs.
When life gets tough, true friends ask for help.
Christina Tosi is that kind of friend. She's someone I can trust with anything and someone I can cry with. She also happens to be a world-class pastry chef, a genius dessert maker, and the founder and CEO of Milk Bar.
We reflect on the art of asking for help and how sometimes all we need from a true friend is 8 minutes of their time.
This...is A Bit of Optimism.
For more on Christina and her work, check out:
https://www.christinatosi.com/
https://milkbarstore.com/
For more on the power of an 8-minute phone call, check out this New York Times article.
And, by the way, I wanted to share Christina's recipe for making an Ice Cream Loaf. It's magic.
You will need:
2 cups (1 pint) of softened ice cream
1 cup of self-rising flour
1 egg
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the melty ice cream, self-rising flour, and egg. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into loaf pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until toothpick clean.
Enjoy.
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