There is a lack of third spaces or places to spend time with one another that don’t cost money and cultivate social connection these days. It’s changed so much from when I was young and has impacted my social relationships. In this episode, I explore how I don’t spend enough time cultivating third space activities for myself.

Key Takeaways:

[2:58] Third spaces are diminishing for Americans

[4:28] Times have changed since when I was younger

[6:48] Third spaces helped me through my abuse

[9:53] People are much more focused on their career these days

[12:26] Gen Z cares more about what people think

[13:15] I struggled to find my third space after college

[18:53] Being unhealthy by diving head first into relationships

[20:49] My free time has been spent coaching or helping others

[22:52] Working remotely took away my friends social interaction

[25:48] How my families third space activities have changed

[27:43] I don’t spend enough time cultivating third space activities

Resources:

• Article on third spaces

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