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I muted you on Instagram. Did it make me a better friend?

On my year of longform, watching vs. witnessing, and becoming what we behold.

Apr 15 •

Lane Scott Jones

After living in 50+ places over the past two years, I ended up back in the South.

On desire paths, the Scottish highlands and Appalachian mountains, and what "the real South" means to me

Dec 18, 2024 •

Lane Scott Jones

The secret society of childfree women

"Am I going to get in trouble for saying this?"

Nov 3, 2024 •

Lane Scott Jones

Throw yourself a party!

On celebrating non-traditional life milestones, my one-year sobriety birthday party, and what I want more of in 2024

Aug 4, 2024 •

Lane Scott Jones

Did I accidentally join a cult?

belonging = friendship + community

Jun 13, 2024 •

Lane Scott Jones

How to talk to strangers

My Folx dinner experience, six tips for better conversation, and the unifying power of a red leather trenchcoat

Mar 10, 2024 •

Lane Scott Jones

Living with strangers

A hot new bombshell enters the villa

Jun 11, 2023 •

Lane Scott Jones

The romance of friendship

On my first single Valentine's Day in 15+ years, the Friendship-Acquaintance matrix, and using a spreadsheet to make friends

Mar 1, 2023 •

Lane Scott Jones

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