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The movie 'About a Boy' resonated with me. It's about realizing life is about relationships, not being an island.

I remember when I decided to change my life in 2000. I didn't like tech, San Francisco, or being married, so I ended all three and moved to New York.

The evolution of communication devices from connecting us with distant loved ones to potentially isolating us from those nearby highlights the complex role technology plays in our lives.

I knew at that moment, and it was a stark flash, that I'm the only one to protect me. So I have no choice.

It's worrisome to me because ever since I had kids, you like have a whole different connection to the world than when you don't have kids. And it humanizes you.

I grew up in South Africa, selling newspapers as a kid, which kept me alive and educated.

I lived like a caveman in New York, only leaving the house to eat or find someone to have sex with. It was a life void of meaning, but I liked it!

Living in a remote house in the woods can make unexpected visitors seem like a threat, especially when it gets dark. This instinct to be cautious has been essential for survival throughout history.

As we hit longevity, escape velocity, does till death do us part hold out for hundreds of years? We're going to find out.

Experiencing rock bottom can be a turning point, providing a solid foundation to rebuild and make significant life changes.