Platonic by Marisa G. Franco Summary
Overview of Platonic
In a world of digital isolation, "Platonic" reveals the science of connection. This New York Times bestseller has become essential reading post-pandemic, with Yale's Laurie Santos calling it a "fantastic guide" to building meaningful friendships. What if your attachment style is sabotaging your social life?
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Points clés
The Loneliness Epidemic and Why Friendship Matters
In an era where digital connections dominate but true connection feels scarce, "Platonic" arrives as a revolutionary manifesto for friendship. The book challenges our cultural hierarchy that places romantic relationships above all else, arguing that friendship deserves equal-if not greater-attention. This isn't just feel-good advice; it's backed by compelling science. Research shows that strong social networks decrease mortality risk by a staggering 45%, outperforming both exercise (23-30%) and diet (24%) in contributing to longevity. When we're with friends, hills literally appear less steep and challenges less daunting-our perception physically changes. What makes friendship uniquely powerful is its freedom from obligation. Unlike parents, friends don't burden us with expectations to fulfill their dreams. Unlike spouses, we're not expected to be someone's everything. And unlike our children, we're not solely responsible for their survival. This liberation creates spaces of pure joy-studies confirm people experience greater happiness with friends than with romantic partners or children. The unlimited nature of friendship also multiplies our joy through what Buddhists call mudita (sympathetic joy)-we can celebrate countless friends' successes, creating infinite opportunities for shared happiness.
How Our Past Shapes Our Friendship Present
Taking Initiative and Building Connection
The Courage to Be Vulnerable and Authentic
Mutuality and Mindfulness in Friendship
Navigating Conflict for Deeper Connection
The Transformative Power of Expressed Affection
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Cree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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