Genuine Human Connection

Genuine Human Connection

By Lori BoothSociety & CultureEducationSelf-ImprovementRelationshipsPhilosophy
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Genuine Human Connection episodes

  • Conclusion
    Over the course of a year, I applied myself to researching the question of what is genuine, human connection. My curiosity took me through science and philosophy, from experts to individuals telling me their stories.
    Over the course of 19 episodes of Genuine Human Connection, I feel that I have begun to understand what it is that I have been searching for. So let me sum up my findings for you.
    5 min
  • Love
    I come to you with research performed by university professors, psychologists, and scholars on human relationships to unravel what is Genuine Human Connection, why do we fail at achieving a solution to loneliness, and what can we do about it?
    The topic of today’s episode is love, familial love, friendship, and romance. What do people need in a loving relationship with another person, how do we sabotage our most important relationships, and how can we improve our relationships so they are enduring and nourishing.
    Much of today’s episode focuses on marriages and romantic relationships, however, many of the pitfalls and practices discussed by these experts apply to human relationships whether in the workplace or families.
    31 min
  • Is Blood Thicker Than Water?

    I explore the topic of family.  Is there genuine, human connection between people who share the same blood relation?  Why or why not?  Is genuine, human connection, a choice, or a fate thrust upon us?  Is connection genuine if it’s obligatory?

    SOURCES
    Craig Howe, “Oceti Sakowin - The People of the Seven Council Fires,” produced by South Dakota Public Broadcasting, 2007, https://www.pbs.org/video/south-dakota-documentaries-oceti-sakowin-seven-council-fires/

    Josie Green, "Our Tiospaye," Teach for America, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtfeffHUuTA

    Johnathan Santos Silva, "Our Tiospaye," Teach for America, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtfeffHUuTA

    Maria Helena Heim, “Is Blood Thicker Than Water?,” TEDx Dornbirn, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6jdK_jNy0s

    The Chiseled Adonis, “Family Vs Friends... Who's More Important,” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoXynusLONY

    Catalina Ritzinger "Friendship and Family,"  TEDx, ParkCity Youthtalk, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bug8fAZdh5s&t=333s

    Warren McCall, “Family -vs- Friends,” Catered Conversation Podcast, Episode 4, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6atLNJZq1c

    Mike Leftwich, “Family -vs- Friends,” Catered Conversation Podcast, Episode 4, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6atLNJZq1c

    Fiona Douglas, “How Did Your Parents Mess You Up?,” TEDxPuxi, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_w5vfWPuMo

    Christy Harden, “The Struggle with The Cult of Motherhood,” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtH88gaG4rQ

    Sheryl Ziegler, “Why Moms Are Miserable,” TEDxWilmingtonWomen, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwvctN3Uejg

    Corinne Maier [author of No kids, 40 reasons not to have children], [m]otherhood, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCpKk1iq7rc

    MUSIC
    Smokey Eye by Cheel

    All other music, sounds, and vocals incidentally accompanied my sources during production

    30 min
  • Is Blood Thicker Than Water?
    I explore the topic of family. Is there genuine, human connection between people who share the same blood relation? Why or why not? Is genuine, human connection, a choice, or a fate thrust upon us? Is connection genuine if it’s obligatory?
    30 min
  • Fear
    Fear separates people, and fear about ourselves causes shame that prevents us from connecting. This is Lori Booth. In this episode of Genuine Human Connection, I investigate fear.
    Nothing I have encountered in my research would seem to be a larger inhibitor to connection among humans as fear. One can point to many human behaviors that anger and separate one person from another, yet at the core of almost each of these behaviors lies a fear that provoked that behavior to manifest outwardly.
    23 min
  • 17GHC - Fear

    Fear separates people, and fear about ourselves causes shame that prevents us from connecting.  This is Lori Booth.  In this episode of Genuine Human Connection, I investigate fear. 

    Nothing I have encountered in my research would seem to be a larger inhibitor to connection among humans as fear.  One can point to many human behaviors that anger and separate one person from another, yet at the core of almost each of these behaviors lies a fear that provoked that behavior to manifest outwardly. 

    Sources
    Susan Oh, Power of Not Belonging, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8YpK7bPeNM

    Sadhguru, Troubled by Fear? Just Change Your Channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7hYf0yIK5w

    Frank Shamrock, Fear is an Illusion, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Xh2tmvbT3Q

    Trillion Small, Overcoming the Fear of Love, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39Zcwc4lr08

    Courtney Ryman, I Have No Friends, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SHwM1yeH0w

    Karen Dolva, All the lonely people, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-Gil9l8yIE

    Marnix Pauwels, No more fear of life, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMi3rHuK0c4

    Music
    Heart of Nowhere by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400045
    Artist: http://incompetech.com/

    Impending Boom by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400045
    Artist: http://incompetech.com/

    Eternal Garden by Dan Henig

    23 min
  • The Thought That Counts
    Most of us have heard the adage, ‘it’s the thought that counts.’ What does this mean? In this episode of Genuine Human Connection, I explore connection through the lens of thoughtfulness, the considerate attention paid to another person. Arguably an essential component of genuine, human connection.
    I also explore thoughtlessness and when the thought that counts is for one’s self rather than for another.
    17 min
  • 16GHC - The Thought That Counts
    Most of us have heard the adage, ‘it’s the thought that counts.’  What does this mean?  In this episode of Genuine Human Connection, I explore connection through the lens of thoughtfulness, the considerate attention paid to another person.  Arguably an essential component of genuine, human connection.
                I also explore thoughtlessness and when the thought that counts is for one’s self rather than for another.

    Sources
    Louis CK, “Solider on a Plane,” Live at the Beacon Theater, 2011

    BBC Learning English YouTube channel, “It’s The Thought That Counts,” The English We Speak, 2019, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLyLyzzw2tc

    Adam Grant, “Are You a Giver or a Taker,” TED talk, 2018, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YyXRYgjQXX0

    Abigail Marsh, “Why Some People are More Altruistic than Others,” TED talk, 2016 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uq-6T6TAu74

    Ramani Durvasula (Doctor Ramani), “What is ‘narcissistic supply’? (Glossary of Narcissistic Relationships), https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUnmx3tgKZI
     
    Craig Malkin, “Does Narcissism Appear In Neuro Imaging?” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kudJLEdc9vA

    Music
    Morning Mandolin by Chris Haugen

    Heart of Nowhere by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400045
    Artist: http://incompetech.com/

    Unrest by ELPHNT

    17 min
  • Jay Triiiple
    Jay Triiiple is a storyteller whose confidence and attention to detail create a standout lane for the Denver based MC. Using music as a major form of expression is the ultimate formula for dynamic hip-hop and Jay Triiiple exemplifies that inspiring energy. She raps about her life experiences with an authentic and relatable voice, all while crafting rhymes around production that speak to her true influences.
    Artists like Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Alicia Keys, Jay-Z, Biggie and TI are some of Triiiple’s influences as she hones and refines her craft as an MC. In addition to being a microphone slayer, she says it’s important to remain connected to the big picture of the world and using her voice to make a difference.
    “With music I’m able to give back, help others achieve their own goals, help them feel better about themselves, and face my demons and encourage my listeners to do the same. My goal is to embrace all of my journey, face life despite any fear or pain, embrace love and all that it is, motivate and have faith while doing it,” she says.
    Jay Triiiple is raw talent, undeniable hustle and charisma. It’s the rush of crafting clever punchlines and original metaphors that keeps Triiiple married to the rap game. “Loser’s Table,” the crew Jay Triiiple calls her team is about bucking the norm, creating music that gives a voice to the voiceless and drives all within ear shot to action.
    Jay Triiiple Interview by Westword magazine
    https://www.westword.com/music/denver-rapper-jay-triiiple-takes-on-depression-10104775
    25 min
  • 15GHC - Jay Triiiple

    Jay Triiiple is a storyteller whose confidence and attention to detail create a standout lane for the Denver based MC.  Using music as a major form of expression is the ultimate formula for dynamic hip-hop and Jay Triiiple exemplifies that inspiring energy.  She raps about her life experiences with an authentic and relatable voice, all while crafting rhymes around production that speak to her true influences.

    Artists like Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Alicia Keys, Jay-Z, Biggie and TI are some of Triiiple’s influences as she hones and refines her craft as an MC.  In addition to being a microphone slayer, she says it’s important to remain connected to the big picture of the world and using her voice to make a difference. 

    “With music I’m able to give back, help others achieve their own goals, help them feel better about themselves, and face my demons and encourage my listeners to do the same. My goal is to embrace all of my journey, face life despite any fear or pain, embrace love and all that it is, motivate and have faith while doing it,” she says. 

    Jay Triiiple is raw talent, undeniable hustle and charisma. It’s the rush of crafting clever punchlines and original metaphors that keeps Triiiple married to the rap game. “Loser’s Table,” the crew Jay Triiiple calls her team is about bucking the norm, creating music that gives a voice to the voiceless and drives all within ear shot to action.

    Jay Triiiple Interview by Westword magazine
    https://www.westword.com/music/denver-rapper-jay-triiiple-takes-on-depression-10104775

    MUSIC
    Change
    Performed by Jay Triiiple
    Written by Alyssa Taylor and Mic Coats
    Produced by Mic Coats

    Rainbow
    Performed by Jay Triiiple

    Time Flies
    Performed by Jay Triiiple
    Written by Alyssa Taylor and Connor Ray

    25 min

About Genuine Human Connection

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In asking how I can create genuine human connection with others, I realized I needed to go a step back and investigate what this thing even is. What is genuine human connection? I don’t even know…