
#266 - Noreena Hertz - Is There A Loneliness Epidemic?
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#266 - Noreena Hertz - Is There A Loneliness Epidemic? includes mentions of The Lonely Century by Norena Hertz and The Happiness Hypothesis by Jonathan Haidt, with indexed source context and timestamps where available.
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- A second recurring theme is loneliness and connection.
- Referenced books include The Lonely Century by Norena Hertz and The Happiness Hypothesis by Jonathan Haidt.
- Related interests include Individuals seeking to understand loneliness and improve their social connections and Individuals interested in improving their happiness and social interactions.
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The book discusses themes related to loneliness and is available in independent bookshops and online.
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