We are social beings by nature. Yet millions of people say they experience regular feelings of loneliness. Feelings of isolation and loneliness have seen a sharp increase over the last decade. That was only exasperated by the pandemic when so many of us were trapped in our homes.
Marisa G. Franco, PhD has been doing research on friendships, social circles and the idea of platonic love and she's published many of her findings in her new book, 'Platonic: How The Science Of Attachment Can Help You Make-And Keep-Friends.'
We talk about the importance of friendships and how maybe I'm a weirdo because I prefer to be alone. I hope you enjoy this week's conversation.
