Virtual connections, in-person connections. A lot of us have the tendency to categorize our relationships, thinking of them only in a certain context. But when we strip away that context and set aside the circumstances that influence our interactions with each other, relationships really boil down to the same thing: human connection. Over the last couple of years, when many of us experienced increased isolation, the importance of human connection became extremely evident. Even self-professed introverts (me!) acknowledged the need for such connection, recognizing that the bonds we form with others help us feel seen, heard, and valued. Read more.