Themes: Oxytocin, connection, neurobiology, trust, belonging

Summary: A conversation with neuroscientist Dr. Larry Young about the vital role of oxytocin in human life. We discussed how oxytocin functions and what we can do at work and at home to boost oxytocin in ourselves and those around us. We also talked about how modern technologies can undermine oxytocin systems, driving loneliness and depression. Understanding oxytocin's biology gives insights into designing technologies and policies that support our innate need for belonging.

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