7 Are We Trading Real Relationships for Digital Acquaintances?

Lifelong Learning With A. A. Khatana · Sep 6, 2026 · 29m

Many of us are taught to network by distributing as many business cards as possible, hoping to get results. Yet, this transactional approach often builds fragile networks rather than durable, supportive relationships that can withstand crises.In this episode, we sit down with TEDx speaker and author Manoj Gurahani to discuss the art of building genuine human bonds and his signature BLINKS framework. He argues that the secret to extraordinary relationships lies in our ability to put our phones away, practice deeper levels of listening, and share stories that cut through cold statistics.Moving…