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The Happiness Benefits of Social Interaction, According to Research
Nick's research focuses on the happiness benefits of connecting with others. He conducted experiments to understand why we struggle to give compliments and engage with people. We underestimate the positive impact our social gestures have on others and ourselves. Nick calls this under-sociality. He studied under-sociality in various contexts including interacting with strangers, expressing gratitude, and asking for help.