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Addiction & Depression: Johann Hari On Lost Connections

The Rich Roll Podcast

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Societal Problems Require Societal Solutions

  • Johann Hari argues against solely individualistic solutions to societal problems like depression and financial struggles.
  • He emphasizes supporting loved ones and acknowledging their pain as valid responses to difficult circumstances.
  • Hari advocates for addressing the root causes, such as societal inequality and lack of community, rather than just treating individual symptoms.
  • While individual actions like meditation can help, he believes systemic change is crucial.
  • He points out that expecting individuals to overcome societal issues alone is unrealistic and even grotesque in some cases.
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