Have You Closed Your ‘Social Rings’ This Week?

In a story about the importance of maintaining friendships, Professor of Sociology Janice McCabe talks about going on a dog walk with a friend once or twice a week as a built-in connection point.

THE NEW YORK TIMES

Have You Closed Your ‘Social Rings’ This Week?

Commit to your friendships like you do the gym.

August 28, 2026

By Jancee Dunn

 

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