The half-life of meeting someone in person

Over the past month, with December being a slower month, I put more effort into meeting people in person. This ranged from going to meetups, driving out to see friends with kids, doing a road trip to see a friend in a different city, or taking a ferry to meet someone new. I realized that after you spend a few hours, or a couple of days, with someone in person, the relationship and rapport you build is unparalleled compared to anything done remotely. Texting, calling, or video chat do not come close. ...

January 5, 2026 ยท 1 min ยท 207 words