"The Internet Is Both My Lifeline and the Plastic Bag Over My Head."

From time to time, I post short interviews with interesting people about their insights on happiness. During my research, I've noticed that I often learn more from one person's highly idiosyncratic experiences than I do from sources that detail universal principles or cite up-to-date studies.

My friend Marci Alboher is a massive connector. She seems to know everyone, and she loves making introductions. She introduced Manisha Thakor and me (virtually) because we have a major interest in common...