[Música] Nós estamos em expansão. O TEDEX está em expansão. Estados Unidos veio pro mundo, Brasil, agora Cuiabá. A nossa mente também está em expansão. Tem um lado dela que é o nosso inconsciente que ela capta mais de 11 milhões de bits por segundos. Só que o nosso consciente nem tanto, somente 40 bits por segundo. Então, mesmo que o nosso cérebro está expandindo, são mais de 100 bilhões de neurônios, equivalente ao mesmo número de estrelas na Via LCTe, nós somos um pequeno universo, né? Mesmo com essa expa ...

Social & Emotional Trends - Affective crisis and insufficient friendships are prevalent, driven by increased pressure to meet expectations and decreased dedication to relationships [1][2] - Obsession with self-care may lead to a loss of ability to connect deeply with others, resulting in feelings of being unheard and judged [2][3] - Inability to coexist with differing opinions fuels loneliness, with a quarter of Brazilians feeling lonely most of the time [4][5] - Loneliness is recognized as a global health issue, distinct from solitude, and is related to the quality of relationships rather than the quantity [5][6] Intentional Groups & Social Connection - Intentional groups offer a potent form of connection, sometimes exceeding the impact of close relationships, with half of Brazilians participating in such groups [7][8] - 74% of participants find intentional groups as important or more important for their well-being than friendships [9] - Intentional groups are formed through conscious choice and intention to connect, differing from context-driven relationships like family or social media [9][10] - Participation in groups can combat loneliness, with 87% of participants feeling less alone [13][14] - Most intentional groups meet in person and are small, with a median of 12 participants [16] Overcoming Stigma & Promoting Connection - There is societal prejudice against seeking connection outside of family and friends, similar to the historical stigma around therapy [17] - 70% of people who do not participate in groups would like to, but are held back by fear of judgment and vulnerability [18] - Normalizing participation in intentional groups can encourage more people to seek these relationships [19]