Online relationships can be powerful sources of human connection, offering belonging and support across distances and differences. In digital spaces, people can find communities that understand and affirm them, often in ways they may not experience offline. Yet, it’s important to balance virtual connection with real-world interactions, ensuring that online relationships deepen—rather than replace—our capacity for empathy, presence, and authentic human connection.

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