Create Shared Memories

They connect us more than shared consumption.

Even if someone wasn’t with you when you had a particular experience, you’re much more likely to bond over both having hiked the Appalachian Trail or seeing the same show than you are over both owning Fitbits.

Members of a community will have a history of experiences together and the belief that there will be more experiences together in the future.

These experiences form a long lasting, emotion connection. That’s why a community that goes through a crises often comes out much stronger bec...

When you see a friend regularly, you develop a collection of shared memories. You will also have an intimate understanding of what they're up to generally. If you're separated long-term, those experiences will shrink.

It's important to create something you share with the other individual, ...