The MyBabe AI Journal
Notes on AI companions, loneliness, voice technology, and how we are building something worth using long-term.
October 21, 2026 · 8 min read
Lonely in Your 40s? Why Midlife Loneliness Happens and What Helps
Lonely in your 40s? Midlife loneliness is common and rising in some countries. What the data shows, why your 40s can feel isolating, and what actually helps.
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How to Reach Out to an Old Friend (Without It Being Awkward): What to Say
Research shows people appreciate being contacted more than we expect, especially by friends we drifted from. Message templates and tips for reconnecting.
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How to Make Friends as an Adult: What Research Says Actually Works
It takes about 50 hours to make a casual friend and 200+ for a close one. Where to meet people as an adult, and why they like you more than you think.
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Spending Thanksgiving Alone? How Common It Is, and a Plan for a Gentle Day
Spending Thanksgiving alone is more common than it looks: 9% plan to. Why the day can feel heavy, and a simple plan to make it warm, connected and your own.
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When the Clocks Go Back: Why Dark Evenings Feel Lonelier, and a 2-Week Plan
Clocks go back Oct 25 (UK) and Nov 1 (US) 2026. What research says about the autumn time change, mood and loneliness, plus a practical plan for dark evenings.
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Griefbots Explained: Should You Make an AI of Someone You Lost?
What griefbots and deadbots are, what research on mourners found, the ethics Cambridge researchers raise, and questions to ask before you try one.
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