Lost touch with someone? Reach out – your friend will likely appreciate it more than you think From the 10 insights on today's news that will make you smarter tomorrow series Lauren Min, Assistant Professor of Marketing, University of Kansas Jul 18, 2022 Jul 18, 2022 Updated Aug 22, 2023 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save People tend to underestimate how much a friend they've lost contact with would enjoy a simple note saying 'hi.' 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People tend to underestimate how much a friend they've lost contact with would enjoy a simple note saying 'hi.' JGI/Tom Grill/Tetra Images via Getty Images
