Why I Go to Coffee Shops: Breaking the Isolation Barrier
Briefly

Isolated living, exacerbated by the pandemic, led to significant mental and physical health challenges. The U.S. Surgeon General's report emphasizes the urgent need for social connections to combat loneliness.
The COVID-19 pandemic intensified our pre-existing isolation habits, driving us to rely more heavily on the internet for social interactions rather than in-person connections.
Isolation has sparked feelings of division in communities, highlighting the necessity for individuals to step out to rebuild social bonds for better health.
A juxtaposition of comfort and risk, our shift to indoor living through technology was a distraction from forming crucial human connections and addressing health needs.
Read at Psychology Today
[
|
]