May 29, 2026
A Little More Social How Small Choices Create Unexpected Happiness, Health, and Connection
A Little More Social How Small Choices Create Unexpected Happiness, Health, and Connection | 7.17 MB
Title: A Little More Social
Author: Nicholas Epley
Category: N/A
Language: English | 320 Pages | ISBN: 0593319540
Description:
We know that social connection enriches our lives-so why do we hesitate to connect?
“One of those rare books that might actually change your life.” -Daniel Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness
There is a paradox at the core of human life. We are a highly social species uniquely equipped to connect with other people and doing so is better for us. Yet we so often choose to be unsocial. We avoid talking to the stranger who sits next to us. We struggle to move beyond small talk with an acquaintance. We are reluctant to express our gratitude to people we appreciate. Every day, we avoid opportunities to connect with strangers, neighbors, colleagues, friends, and family. By missing those moments, we miss out on all the benefits of a more social life-one that is happier and healthier for everyone.
University of Chicago psychologist and author of Mindwise, Nicholas Epley has spent his…
We know that social connection enriches our lives-so why do we hesitate to connect?
“One of those rare books that might actually change your life.” -Daniel Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness
There is a paradox at the core of human life. We are a highly social species uniquely equipped to connect with other people and doing so is better for us. Yet we so often choose to be unsocial. We avoid talking to the stranger who sits next to us. We struggle to move beyond small talk with an acquaintance. We are reluctant to express our gratitude to people we appreciate. Every day, we avoid opportunities to connect with strangers, neighbors, colleagues, friends, and family. By missing those moments, we miss out on all the benefits of a more social life-one that is happier and healthier for everyone.
University of Chicago psychologist and author of Mindwise, Nicholas Epley has spent his…
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