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The friendship stuff will come out of that. It's something you want to do anyway, so if you don't form friendships, it doesn't bother you because you're enjoying the activities.",true,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":47,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":48},{},[71],{"id":72,"tag":73},5767825,{"id":74,"tag_name":75},6553,"bond","**The Backstory**\nThis quote is attributed to Jan Yager, an American sociologist and author known for her work on relationships and friendships. While I couldn't pinpoint the exact origin of this specific quote, it aligns with Yager's 1986 book \"Other-Love: An Exploration of the Nature of Love.\" During this time, Yager was likely researching and writing about the dynamics of intimate relationships.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nAt first glance, the quote suggests that pursuing a genuine interest is key to forming friendships. However, upon closer examination, it reveals an underlying assumption: that individuals who are passionate about their interests are less concerned with social validation or external expectations. This paradox suggests that people who are truly invested in their hobbies and activities may be more immune to feelings of loneliness or rejection.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, a modern professional can focus on cultivating a genuine passion project outside of work, whether it's painting, playing music, or hiking. By prioritizing activities for personal enjoyment rather than social status, they can tap into a sense of fulfillment and purpose that transcends the need for external validation, ultimately leading to more meaningful relationships and a greater sense of connection with others.",{"id":78,"quote_text":79,"author_id":5,"source_id":8,"has_image":55,"author":80,"source":81,"quote_tag":82,"commentary":48},2792472,"My research found that the No. 1 time waster was doing too much at once.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":47,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":48},{},[83],{"id":84,"tag":85},5767804,{"id":86,"tag_name":87},1108,"found",{"id":89,"quote_text":90,"author_id":5,"source_id":8,"has_image":55,"author":91,"source":92,"quote_tag":93,"commentary":48},2792461,"Part of a rut is a routine, and a routine is not a negative; it can be positive and be comforting.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":47,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":48},{},[94],{"id":95,"tag":96},5767797,{"id":97,"tag_name":98},141,"positive",{"currentPage":100,"totalPages":100,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":101},1,10]