‘Friends’ and ‘Seinfeld’ knew the cure for loneliness

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Written By Cecilia Pandiscia
Still photo of the cast of the sitcom 'Friends' gathered on the couch at their 3rd place, Central Perk. The cure for loneliness at Loopwell.

Published By: Eliza Relman | Business Insider

In her 20s, Sara Hoy made close friends in her Central Pennsylvania hometown through an organization called Third Place. The group, named after what sociologists call any social setting that's not home (the first place) or work (the second), was led by a local church leader and sought to help young professionals build community.

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