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[Recording] How to live near friends: 6 models that work

Supernuclear • 275 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
🏝 Travel Friendship Community Real Estate
  1. The post discusses 6 models for living near friends, ranging from easy to hard like organizing a neighborhood or co-buying a vacation home.
  2. Start with something easier on the list and progressively move to harder options, but it's okay to jump into a harder model too.
  3. Lessons learned and insights are shared from experiments on living near friends by the authors with a Q&A session.
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Rites Of Passage

Weekly Wisdom • 179 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Writing Nature Travel Friendship Technology
  1. The author reflects on a year of writing with acknowledgements and a tribute to writing colleagues who provided support and inspiration.
  2. The author talks about heading into the backcountry desert for a trip, acknowledging the break in the streak of publishing as a moment of reconnecting with nature.
  3. The author expresses excitement and fears about the upcoming trip, highlighting the anticipation of stargazing in the desert and concerns about being perceived as the weakest link in the group.

The Way of the Scroll

The Carousel • 36 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Art Humor Inspiration Friendship Motivation
  1. The article explores different types of successful posters on the internet, like Wrinkle Finders, Insight Miners, Gonzo Reporters, Parasocial Friends, Rise and Grinders, and Beauty Promoters.
  2. Successful posters offer emotional benefits to their audience, such as factual truth, emotional truth, adventure, humor, motivation, and beauty.
  3. Different types of successful posters engage with their audience in unique ways, from sharing surprising information to creating emotional connections through humor or aesthetics.

Health Huddle: Where You are the Guru

Are You Okay? • 379 implied HN points • 29 Dec 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Connection Friendship Grief Routine Volunteering
  1. Human connection is essential for health and well-being. Reach out, reconnect, and stay connected to others.
  2. Establishing a meaningful routine, engaging in volunteer work, and developing personal interests are crucial for a fulfilling retirement.
  3. In times of grief, making an effort to stay connected with friends and accept invitations, even if it feels uncomfortable, can help with the healing process.

Do You Want to Live Near Friends? | #236

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 130 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Friendship Community Personal reflections
  1. Living near friends can significantly impact happiness, with closer proximity having a larger positive effect.
  2. Choosing where to live based on social connections can lead to more spontaneous interactions and increased happiness.
  3. Conventional societal norms around homeownership and living in suburbs may limit options for alternative living arrangements.

Poem: Clang

Sounds Good! • 19 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
📚 Literature Poetry Emotions Friendship Soul Regret
  1. The poem reflects on the soullessness of a friend and the pain of realizing it too late.
  2. The friend in the poem exhibits a lack of vulnerability and is portrayed as psychologically bereft and spiritually bankrupt.
  3. The poem highlights the emptiness and profound sadness caused by a person who seems to lack a soul.

Albert, unforgotten

Sundman figures it out! • 157 implied HN points • 03 Jun 23
📚 Literature Personal Story Friendship Nostalgia Books Novel writing
  1. The author reminisces about the life of his childhood best friend, Albert, who was tragically murdered in Atlantic City.
  2. Albert was a unique and focused individual, with a deep interest in topics like history, philosophy, and stamp collecting.
  3. Despite their close friendship throughout childhood, the author and Albert drifted apart during their college years, and the tragic news of Albert's death came as a shock years later.

The Heron

Banana Peel Pirouette • 59 implied HN points • 28 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Personal Stories Social Issues Workplace dynamics Friendship
  1. The story involves a detailed recounting of a chaotic night at a craft beer and sandwich shop, highlighting the challenges of dealing with demanding customers and managing work responsibilities.
  2. The protagonist navigates personal struggles, including a strained relationship, job changes, and financial difficulties, showcasing the complexities of balancing work and personal life.
  3. The narrative touches on themes of workplace dynamics, loyalty, and growth, as the protagonist reflects on past experiences and transitions to a new bartending job while adjusting to life changes.

Beautiful and Ordinary

Castles in the Sky • 74 implied HN points • 17 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Family Daily Life Food Friendship
  1. The author describes a beautiful and ordinary day filled with simple joys and connections.
  2. The day included moments like visiting a farmers' market, attending a birthday party, and playing games with friends.
  3. Gratitude, presence, and appreciation are highlighted as tools to fully enjoy moments and cherish memories.

Big Tabasco

Situation Normal • 79 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Food & Drink Humor Social media Friendship
  1. Calling friends for a chat without texting first can make the conversation more genuine and meaningful.
  2. Sometimes feeling like you're not making progress in life as expected is a common sentiment, but having friends to talk to can provide comfort and perspective.
  3. Even simple errands like a trip to the store with a friend can turn into a memorable experience, highlighting the importance of human connection.