The Anti-Social Century and What It Means for Brands
February 13, 2025

By Anne Bahr Thompson
Recently, I found myself reflecting on Derek Thompson’s recent article in The Atlantic, “The Anti-Social Century,” which examines how we in the U.S. increasingly are choosing isolation over connection and solitude over community. It’s a powerful lens that offers insight into the cultural moment we’re in as well as what this behavioral shift means for brands navigating our evolving zeitgeist. (And, no, Derek Thompson and I are not related, though his insights feel closely aligned with my reflections!)
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