"We're also spending less time with friends. For years, Americans averaged about 6.5 hours a week with friends. Between 2014 and 2019, that number plunged by 37%, to just 4 hours. The year 2014 coincides with a rise in smartphone users."
"overindexing on work has been known to cause burnout, higher rates of anxiety and depression, along with affecting sleep quality."
"I knew that community doesn't just happen; like most things in life, it takes effort. And there are only so many coffee shops and libraries you can go to without experiencing third-space fatigue."
Americans are experiencing increased loneliness and spending significantly less time with friends, with weekly friend time dropping 37% between 2014 and 2019. Work overindexing contributes to burnout, anxiety, depression, and sleep quality issues. Building community requires intentional effort and planning. A group of mothers organized a midday "hooky party" during lunch break as a low-stakes way to connect without hiring childcare or experiencing third-space fatigue from traditional social venues. This spontaneous gathering provided meaningful social interaction while maintaining work and parenting responsibilities, demonstrating how structured breaks can strengthen friendships and community bonds.
Read at Business Insider
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