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.

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

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

any time you think your job sucks, just remember you could be the guy who had to remind the Roman emperor that he would die one day while everyone else cheered for him

Being good is never easy. But it's good.

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Sleep stops depression! The only way to fully get rid of the buildup of chemical waste in the brain is to sleep. When you can't sleep (like in the case of insomnia), you stand at a much higher risk of mental illness and substance abuse.