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On Chosen Family

A term coined by the queer community that can teach us some important lessons about friendship.

Jun 13 •

May 2025

The Bottleneck to Friendship

Every morning when I walk to the metro, I pass a traffic controller who smiles widely at me and exclaims, “Good Morning.” She’s just so warm.

May 23 •

April 2025

Why Friendships Naturally End

…and what to do about it

Apr 16 •

March 2025

The Darker Side of Social Connection

What is dehumanization? Why is it dangerous? And what can we do about it?

Mar 19 •

February 2025

What Loyalty Looks Like in Friendship

On the elevator on Thursday, February 13th, I noticed a woman carrying a bouquet of felt flowers.

Feb 27 •

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