Chapter
The Importance of Platonic Love and Friendship
06:27 - 17:15 (10:47)
The experience of experiencing platonic love from friends can teach us the importance of connecting with people and of accepting all sides of ourselves, even the parts we feel shame about. It can help us move away from fear and mistrust and towards optimism and hope in our relationships with others.
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This episode talks about the importance of overcoming our fears and mistrust to build new connections with people and how small actions can often lead to big consequences.
06:27 - 08:52 (02:24)
Summary
This episode talks about the importance of overcoming our fears and mistrust to build new connections with people and how small actions can often lead to big consequences.
ChapterThe Importance of Platonic Love and Friendship
EpisodeThe secret to making new friends as an adult | Marisa G. Franco
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Research on loneliness suggests that humans need an entire community to feel fulfilled and there are three dimensions of loneliness.
08:52 - 10:51 (01:59)
Summary
Research on loneliness suggests that humans need an entire community to feel fulfilled and there are three dimensions of loneliness. Loneliness is actually more harmful than having a poor diet or not exercising.
ChapterThe Importance of Platonic Love and Friendship
EpisodeThe secret to making new friends as an adult | Marisa G. Franco
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The internal set of beliefs within people who have had healthy relationships facilitates the continuation of similar healthy relationships, while difficult previous relationships can lead to an impeded ability to form new connections.
10:51 - 12:25 (01:34)
Summary
The internal set of beliefs within people who have had healthy relationships facilitates the continuation of similar healthy relationships, while difficult previous relationships can lead to an impeded ability to form new connections. The cultural perception of friendship also influences the way individuals approach their relationships.
ChapterThe Importance of Platonic Love and Friendship
EpisodeThe secret to making new friends as an adult | Marisa G. Franco
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Platonic love and friendship, especially during childhood and teenage years, can help individuals integrate all sides of themselves and accept aspects they may feel shame about.
12:25 - 17:15 (04:49)
Summary
Platonic love and friendship, especially during childhood and teenage years, can help individuals integrate all sides of themselves and accept aspects they may feel shame about. Research suggests that good friendships during childhood can lead to higher self-esteem and empathy in adulthood.