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Psychology · 20 min

The Power of Strangers

By Joe Keohane

This episode challenges our ingrained caution towards strangers, revealing how engaging with the unfamiliar can profoundly enrich our lives and strengthen our communities.

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Psychology
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20 min
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“This episode challenges our ingrained caution towards strangers, revealing how engaging with the unfamiliar can profoundly enrich our lives and strengthen our communities.”

— Joe Keohane, The Power of Strangers

What it is about

Social connection, human interaction, community, trust

Who it is for

If you've ever felt a subtle isolation despite being surrounded by people, this can help you see the overlooked value in everyday interactions.

The author

Journalist Joe Keohane delves into the historical and psychological roots of our aversion to strangers, revealing through extensive research why engaging with the unknown is more vital than we realize.

About the author

Joe Keohane

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