TJ Walker argues that Americans and people worldwide are losing close friendships, primarily because people spend more time in virtual environments (phones/tablets). He urges viewers to prioritize in-person interactions—calling instead of texting, having meals, and playing sports with friends—as a route to greater happiness.
Americans and people around the world increasingly have fewer and fewer close friendships. This is bad news if you're a human being. The number one culprit, spending more time in the virtual world staring at a phone, watching this program, which I appreciate you doing. But at some point, you got to put down the phones, turn off the tablets, go have a meal with a friend, pick up the phone, don't text, but actually call and talk to a friend. Have lunch with a friend. Go play baseball or softball or golf or pickleball with a friend. That is going to be the secret to a happier.
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