Two Blue Tits in Tune

Dear Impossible Readers,

One morning on the train, there were two schoolgirls sitting next to me. What occurred to me was that they rarely looked at their smartphones. And what struck me was that they really enjoyed talking to each other. Who would have thought that the most grounded people on the entire train were in fact two young girls?

In this digital era, we have taken the Mind-over-Body concept perhaps a bit too seriously. As a result, it has become our smart mind over our doomed-scrolled body. With our heads down, we are just one scroll away from the lonelier ever after. Recent studies indicate that loneliness is rising across different age groups and regions. Globally, approximately 23% of people report feeling lonely on any given day, reaching the highest level in recent years. Middle-aged individuals report higher loneliness than older adults, although 27–30% of older adults worldwide still experience significant isolation. Students are especially affected, with over a quarter experiencing feelings of loneliness and a lack of companionship. Living alone is also associated with higher rates of depression. Chronic loneliness has been linked to increased mortality. For the first time, those aged 18–24 are less happy than their parents were at the same age. This underscores how modern pressures, digital lifestyles, and social disconnection are impacting both emotional well-being and life satisfaction. Overall, these patterns highlight the growing social and emotional challenges confronting younger generations.

Humans are inherently social beings. Ultimately, social interactions improve human longevity, mental health, and physical health. The two blue tits remind us that, to be in sync with Mother Nature, all we need to do is look up.

Heads-up,
Yours Possibly