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Most of us understand that community is important. But very few of us know exactly why it matters so deeply, or what’s happening beneath the surface when friendships shift, fade, or flourish. Recently, I listened to a powerful podcast episode from the TED Audio Collective called “Am I Normal? — How many friends do I need?” by data journalist Mona Chalabi. It’s an exploration of friendship, connection, and what the science of relationships can teach us about building a fu

The longest ongoing study on human happiness from Harvard (87 years and counting) found something simple yet profound: When we have a...