Tag: Prosocial Behavior

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Connection

Feeling Small Is Actually Good for You

There's an emotion that shrinks your ego, makes strangers feel like allies, and synchronizes your heartbeat with the person next to you. It's awe — and the science of how it builds human connection is genuinely astonishing.

Jules Nakamura·March 29, 2026

Community

Volunteering Is a Cheat Code for Connection

Feeling disconnected? The most evidence-backed fix isn't another networking event — it's structured volunteering. Here's exactly how to use it as a connection strategy, with the science to back it up.

Ren Castillo·March 5, 2026