Long before a global pandemic hit and introduced us to terms like \u201csocial distancing,\u201d loneliness was already pervasive enough to become one of the defining conditions of the 21st century. As time passes, the loneliness epidemic continues to grow at a rapid rate. In this Meetup Live event recording, you\u2019ll hear why some are calling our era \u201cthe lonely century\u201d along with what steps we can take to make genuine connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a powerful discussion with Noreena Hertz, author of The Lonely Century: How to Restore Human Connection in a World That’s Pulling Apart<\/em><\/a>, you’ll hear about her research on loneliness, including its effects on our health, wealth, and democracy. Learn how to beat loneliness by building authentic communities, both online and in person. <\/p>\n\n\n\n