Loneliness spreads like a virus. In this network map of an entire town, each dot represents someone who is either socially connected (yellow) or lonely (green/blue). Researchers found that loneliness isn’t just personal, but spreads like a disease. If one person became lonely, their friends were 52% more likely to feel lonely too. Your emotions don’t exist in isolation. They’re part of a social ecosystem.

We’ve all heard of the Oreo vs $10,000 debate. A kid is given the choice between two Oreos of 10K, and chooses the 10K. Kids can’t control their short-term gratification. But what about when a kid’s friend asks for half their Oreo? Most kids will willingly share without much hesitation. A child’s understanding of the value of friendship is innate, hence the willingness to share.

Interestingly enough, people like you more when you compliment them- even if they know your compliment is insincere or for an ulterior motive.

91% of people are aware loneliness harms their mental health. But only 32% know it harms their physical health too.

Smokers were more likely to quit if their friends were trying to quit. Find good friends.

Source: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.…

Social media isn't necessarily bad for everyone. Only some teens are negatively affected by social media use. Some actually benefit from using social media.

Friends literally tend to be "on the same wavelength".

AI can think, but it doesn't have consciousness.

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Is there a world's happiest song? Some data says yes! Across multiple surveys and research, Mr. Blue Sky by Electric Light Orchestra has been named as the happiest song created.