Thinks I find along the way
“Self-imposed social isolation is a complex issue. I know it’s complex because I’ve experienced it myself. And to be honest, I’m still experiencing it to a certain degree. This video explores social isolation and why being alone isn’t always by accident: it’s often a choice.” says the Einzelganger…
The U.S. Surgeon General has issued a public health advisory about the dangers of loneliness, saying it impacts half of all American adults. Source: “Loneliness is not a personal failing”: Dartmouth Health psychologist offers advice for forging connection, feeling better
It’s OK if Valentine’s Day is not all about love and sex. Source: Taking the Sex and Romance Out of Valentine’s Day
I’m grateful that Raffaello Palandri posts this calendar every month. It’s one of the many great resources available from the Greater Good Science Center. Check it out!
If you can’t get out of loneliness, get into it. Source: The Cure for Loneliness Is Solitude
Here’s how to seek constructive criticism to learn and grow. Source: Room to Improve: A Better Way to Seek Guidance
Presidential campaigns have long tailored their ads and emails to specific groups. Now any politician can. Source: AI in Politics Is So Much Bigger Than Deepfakes
In-human implantation of Neuralink’s brain-computer interface is a milestone. Source: First Brain-Computer Interface Implanted in a Person
The brain has complex top-down control systems—themselves shaped by many causes. Source: Do We Have Free Will? How the Brain Makes Decisions
“For the first time in ages, I was at peace. I felt whole, not like some fractured version of myself. I was alone but not lonely.” Source: How Being Alone Made Me Fall in Love with Myself – Tiny Buddha
Understanding attachment’s evolutionary origins to make better dating decisions. Source: The Overlooked Importance of Attachment Style in Mate Choice
Dating an older man can offer a unique and fulfilling experience for many individuals. While age alone does not determine compatibility, there are several potential benefits to consider when dating an older man.
Continue reading “The Benefits of Dating an Older Man”
Loneliness is connected to increased rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide. It is also linked to increased rates of dementia, heart disease, elevated blood pressure and diabetes. Source: February is Loneliness Awareness Month
Reflecting on common wisdom can help us to make healthier choices. Source: Buddha, Darwin, and Dumbledore: How to Override Our Impulses
Sarah Zhang writes “While students feel lonely on an individual level, the high percentage of those who report feeling lonely reflect a collective failure to adequately recognize the issue and provide support. To mitigate the impacts of loneliness, we must fundamentally reframe how we view it.” Source: Countering loneliness with connection and personal agency
Is this the future of dating, and is it a good thing? Source: AI Chatbots Can Now Go On First Dates for You
The Scarborough Public Library is one of several Maine libraries collaborating to present “Big Conversations in 10 Short Minutes.” The program, designed to combat winter loneliness and social isolation, was launched Jan. 18, with librarians from Curtis Memorial, Prince Memorial, Scarborough Public, and Windham Public libraries joining forces. The program initiated by Andy Ryer, Community Engagement manager of Thomas Memorial Library, will extend through March.: Maine libraries unite in Big Conversations to combat winter loneliness
Nicole Sparling writes “As yet another 24-year-old afflicted by the loneliness epidemic that arose from a digital-heavy, interaction-light, post-pandemic world, I suffered the all too common plight of too-few friends. I missed the days before life got busier and people realized that keeping up a friendship online was a time saver. In the span of a year, hangouts with friends became less frequent and texting began to replace face-to-face conversations. When plans were made, the other person frequently showed up late, cancelled or lamely asked to reschedule for a date never to be mentioned again. I routinely received texts from friends who lived 15 minutes from me saying they missed talking to me, asking whether I was free for a phone call. If I was witnessing my friendships becoming exclusively digital, did I need to accept AI friendships as an inevitability?” Source: Will AI help fix my loneliness?
“The more we feed into the socially reinforced, overly-romantic messages about love as a promise to be together forever, only have romantic feelings for one other human, and guarantees about how you will feel, act, and think in the future, the more we perpetuate unrealistic expectations of romantic relationships.”
“A quick perusal of the cards at your local store displays the unrealistic, fantasy versions of romance perpetuated on this holiday with sentiments like:
Truth be told, most of us love hearing these sweet sentiments from our current flame. They make us feel special, wanted, and adored.
But should we? None of these statements actually reflects what a person can honestly promise or say.
You can’t know the future. You can’t own another person or their heart. In fact, the only guarantee we have in life is that things will change over time.” Source: Lies (Pretty Much) Everyone Tells On Valentine’s Day
New insights into how our involuntary autobiographical memories work. Source: Why Random Memories Flash Into Our Heads
Taking responsibility, overcoming the past, and moving forward. Source: How to Forgive Your Parents
Bright, shiny objects! 
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