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The Importance of Intimacy and Social Connections
24:10 - 29:26 (05:15)
Humans naturally crave intimate friendships as a sense of security since being alone can be dangerous and risky. This is why online interactions can make people miserable because our evolved psychology seeks real, face-to-face, and deep social relationships.
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Some utopian sects use extreme sexual practices such as polyamory or celibacy to eliminate intimacy and establish a sense of anonymity among members.
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Utopian Sects
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Some utopian sects use extreme sexual practices such as polyamory or celibacy to eliminate intimacy and establish a sense of anonymity among members.
ChapterThe Importance of Intimacy and Social Connections
Episode#085 - Professor Nicholas Christakis - How Evolution Shaped Our Societies
PodcastModern Wisdom
Humans crave intimate friendships as our evolved psychology wants deep, sustained relationships and meaningful connections with people.
25:05 - 29:26 (04:20)
Intimate friendships
Summary
Humans crave intimate friendships as our evolved psychology wants deep, sustained relationships and meaningful connections with people. Without real face to face interactions, people are forced to look for connections elsewhere, which can often lead to a sense of replaceability in a system.