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www.npr.org
2 weeks ago
Writing

Bearing witness, celebrating strength: How poetry has changed lives for NPR's audience

Poetry can be a powerful tool for healing and processing grief, providing comfort and connection. [ more ]
Nytimes
2 months ago
Books

A Simple Way to Build Intimacy: Reading Aloud

Reading aloud can bring comfort and connection for both children and adults.
Reading aloud may benefit the reader by improving memory, cognitive function, focus, and mood. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Books

You're Never Too Old for Story Time

Reading aloud can provide comfort and connection for both children and adults.
Kate DiCamillo and Maryanne Wolf emphasize the importance of reading aloud for adults as well as children. [ more ]
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Digiday
3 months ago
Marketing

Why Snapchat is pitching its platform as an alternative to social media

Snapchat is positioning itself as an alternative to other social media platforms by emphasizing connection.
Snapchat's brand campaign is focusing on events like the Grammy's and Super Bowl to reach a large audience and convey its message of connection. [ more ]
Social Media Today
3 months ago
Social media marketing

Snapchat's New Ad Campaign Pitches It as 'Antidote to Social Media'

Social media started as a place to connect and share, but has become more curated and contrived. [ more ]
Independent
3 months ago
Social media marketing

The Facebook effect: As social media turns 20, Taryn de Vere and Ciara Kelly share how it changed their lives for the better and the worse

Social media has revolutionized how we interact and has had both positive and negative impacts.
Social media can provide a sense of connection and support, especially for those who may be socially isolated. [ more ]
Social Media Today
3 months ago
Social media marketing

Snapchat Launches New Ad Campaign Pitching Itself as the 'Antidote to Social Media'

Social media started out as a promise to connect and share, but it has become more curated and contrived. [ more ]
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Funcheap
1 week ago
Online Community Development

SF's 1st Ever "China Basin Park Community Day" (2024)

Enjoy a day of community connection and fun activities at China Basin Park in San Francisco. [ more ]
Design Milk
1 week ago
Design

VERSO Explores Design Unencumbered by Discipline

Introspection through emotive objects is a form of prayer, explored by Office of Tangible Space's design show. [ more ]
CreativeApplications.Net
1 month ago
Design

+1-home: IA 360 Artists-in-Residence Exhibition

Calling cards symbolized connection across generations and displacements.
The digital installation +1-home was inspired by calling cards and is now a two-player interactive experience. [ more ]
Colossal
4 months ago
Design

Pokemon and Japanese Craft Traditions Unite in a Fantastic Exhibition of 70+ Works - Colossal

The exhibition "POKÉMON X KOGEI | Playful Encounters of Pokémon and Japanese Craft" showcases more than 70 sculptures and installations that recreate the animated characters using traditional Japanese craft techniques.
The characters in Pokemon and the materials used in Japanese craft are both categorized by element, drawing a connection between the two. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 day ago
US news

Buzz, Chirp, Wee-Oo: The Sounds of Cicadas Are Back

Americans are experiencing a rare event of two cicada broods emerging simultaneously, finding comfort or annoyance in their loud sounds. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

The 3 ingredients for fun: an expert's formula for experiencing genuine delight

Fun is a combination of playfulness, connection, and flow.
Many people struggle to have fun due to packed schedules and pressure to succeed. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Writing

All Fours by Miranda July review larger than life

Miranda July explores the fine line between reality and fantasy, delving into the depths of human imagination and connection. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Writing

When you stand side by side at the dog park, you can reveal your true selves but not your names | Melanie Tait

People often share their deepest secrets at dog parks, building connections without even knowing each other's names. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Writing

Tim Dowling: my banjo is out of tune, and the gig is falling apart

Nostalgic use of jokes and anecdotes in a band performance enhances audience engagement and creates a sense of connection. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Writing

Opinion | How to Breathe With the Trees

Ada Limon's warmth and ability to connect through poetry is rare and comforting, especially in today's world.
Poetry, with its pauses and breaks, encourages slowing down and reflection, offering solace and healing. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 months ago
Writing

Love and Death in the Archives

Love and death are closely intertwined, with some finding solace in love after loss.
Death does not necessarily cancel love, as love can continue to exist even after someone has passed away. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Writing

Opinion | Taking a Cue From the Squirrels in My Birdhouse

Managing election-year anxiety through finding moments of calm and connection
Recognizing the potential consequences of autocrats taking control of the American presidency in 2024 [ more ]
Social Media Today
2 weeks ago
Social media marketing

LinkedIn Launches In-Stream Games with Competitive User Rankings

LinkedIn introducing thinking-oriented games to engage professionals. [ more ]
www.esquire.com
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

The Napkin Project (Love Stories Edition): Jasmine Guillory

The power of small gestures in fostering connection. [ more ]
PortlandTribune.com
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

'Food Foray' docuseries explores global dishes in our own backyard

The Georgian concept of supra emphasizes the value of sharing time, life, and connections with loved ones during a feast. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Science

Here's how the brain experiences pleasure even the kind that makes us feel guilty : Short Wave

Pleasure is a cycle of 'wanting' and 'liking', each with separate neural mechanisms. Fulfilling pleasure comes from sources that give meaning and connection with others. [ more ]
Queerty
1 month ago
Running

Greg Puckett has run over 30 marathons & he's only just getting started: "I don't see it stopping"

Running can create unexpected connections, leading to long-term dedication and personal growth. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 month ago
Boston Celtics

No matter where he goes, Doc Rivers will always call Boston 'another home'

Doc Rivers reflects on his time in Boston, considering it a second home.
Rivers emphasizes the special connections and memories he has in Boston despite coaching elsewhere. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Dining

A Supremely Comforting One-Pot Rice Dish

Giving back and expressing gratitude through gestures has been a guiding principle for chef Rodney Scott.
Community events centered around food can bring people together and create a sense of connection and reunion. [ more ]
The Gottman Institute
2 months ago
Relationships

How to Manage a Toddler's Challenging Behavior in Public

Toddlers' emotional outbursts in public are common.
Focus on connection rather than behavior management with toddlers. [ more ]
www.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago
East Bay food

Oakland Theater Project explores the toll of disability in Cost of Living'

Powerful exploration of isolation and connection in Cost of Living
Nuanced performances and skilled direction enhance the emotional impact of the play. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
2 months ago
Productivity

How to train your brain to deal with distractions, learn to concentrate, and re-find your motivation

Understanding different types of attention is essential for productivity.
Focus has shifted towards finding connection and purpose amidst distractions. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Career

Can these seven tips help you become a supercommunicator'?

Supercommunicators make others feel understood by sharing experiences, asking questions, and laughing.
Social isolation has harmful effects equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
4 months ago
Career

Giada De Laurentiis explains importance of mentorship and how to get it right

Holistic well-being is important to Giada De Laurentiis, who aims to help her team achieve work-life balance.
Flexible and compassionate leadership can help create a supportive work environment and retain important team members. [ more ]
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
2 months ago
Mental health

Why Is Kindness Important & What Are Its Benefits?

Kindness starts with a small act and has positive effects on mental health.
Kindness transcends borders and language, fostering connections and happiness. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

One Day, I Stepped Out of My Building as She Was Walking Past'

The author shares a serendipitous encounter with her older neighbor, where they realize they are wearing the same outfit.
The neighbor introduces the author as her twin to her partner, and they bond over their similar appearance. [ more ]
www.vice.com
3 months ago
Music

Lonely and Touch-Starved? serpentwithfeet Has The Cure

serpentwithfeet's music is filled with profound and soulful lyricism.
His upcoming album, GRIP, focuses on a visceral, lust-filled yearning for intimacy. [ more ]
WSJ
4 months ago
Chicago

Opinion | Superstar Romances, Then and Now

People often feel a connection to famous couples even if they have never met them.
The Cape Cod Room in Chicago, known for its carved initials, has closed and is now called the Café on Oak. [ more ]
All Singles And Married
5 months ago
Writing

22 Powerful Romantic Messages To Send To Your Partner.

Sending love messages helps to rebuild connection and strengthen the bond of love.
Love messages are a way to confess your love and communicate that your partner is special.
Here is a list of 22 powerful love messages to capture your partner's attention. [ more ]
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