I propose that this model of time spent with people is too simplistic. Shared daily time, whether with parents or childhood friends, builds relationships in a way that is naturally resilient to later time apart. It&#x27;s not impervious, of course – you have to commit to maintaining these relationships, but we have more channels through which to do this than ever before. Not seeing a family member for a few months is an entirely different thing from not <i>communicating</i> with them for a few months.