The Great Friendship Reset
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the complex dynamics of adult friendships in this thought-provoking talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the challenges of maintaining relationships as we age, especially in the wake of the global pandemic. Examine Jennifer Senior's viral article "It's Your Friends Who Break Your Heart" and its impact on public discourse. Investigate whether recent events have fundamentally altered the nature of friendship or if a return to pre-pandemic norms is possible. Question the health and sustainability of traditional friendship models and consider new approaches to cultivating meaningful connections in adulthood.
Syllabus
The Great Friendship Reset
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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