This comes from Seth Godin. I am reposting it because it is so good. I think it is the new-old subtitle of my life.

Connection day

Independence sometimes seems easier than the long-term, disciplined, generous work of connection.

But it’s connection that enables us to add value.

The math is simple: when people with different assets, needs and views come together, they’re able to produce more than they ever could on their own. Trading goods, skills and knowledge without friction creates a leap in productivity.

It might be easier to burn a bridge than it is to build one, but in the long one, bridges are what we need.