Art of Showing Up
When it comes to adult friendships, we''re woefully inept - we barely manage to show up for our own commitments, let alone maintain our relationships. Even before self-isolation we were experiencing a loneliness epidemic: we communicate through texts and emojis, and rear away in horror from an unsolicited phone call, even if it''s from our mum. Flaking out on plans is routine, both online and off.
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When it comes to adult friendships, we''re woefully inept - we barely manage to show up for our own commitments, let alone maintain our relationships. Even before self-isolation we were experiencing a loneliness epidemic: we communicate through texts and emojis, and rear away in horror from an unsolicited phone call, even if it''s from our mum. Flaking out on plans is routine, both online and off.
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