Human Connection: Learning How To Be Of Service

In an age where society often feels more disconnected than ever, the question arises: what truly sustains us? In this Let’s Get Naked Podcast minisode, Anne Karber and Casey dive deep into the transformative power of being of service—reminding listeners that survival, fulfillment, and authentic growth don’t come from self-absorption but from connection.

From Isolation to Service

Anne reflects on a cultural shift that became painfully clear during the pandemic: instead of pulling closer together, people hoarded resources and turned inward. Toilet paper aisles were emptied, while neighbors sat alone in silence. It was a stark reminder of how quickly fear can isolate us from one another.

This episode flips that narrative on its head by affirming that true survival and thriving depend on showing up for each other—whether through small acts of kindness or bigger commitments to community.

Why Service Matters More Than Ever

Service isn’t about grand gestures—it’s about intention. It’s the check-in text to a struggling friend, the willingness to listen without judgment, or volunteering time and energy for causes that matter.

Anne and Casey emphasize how service shifts us out of the ego-driven “me, me, me” mindset and reconnects us with what’s real: humanity, accountability, and compassion. In a world saturated with distraction, service is the anchor that keeps us grounded in love and truth.

Small Actions, Big Impact

One of the most practical takeaways from this conversation is the reminder that service doesn’t have to be complicated. Examples include:

• Checking in on someone instead of assuming they’re “fine”

• Sharing resources when you have more than you need

• Creating time for presence rather than endless scrolling

• Engaging with your community through service projects or support groups

Every action—no matter how small—becomes part of a ripple effect that restores connection where isolation once thrived.

Connection as the Antidote to Division

Anne and Casey also unpack the cultural forces—algorithms, politics, and media—that thrive on division. The antidote? Service. By prioritizing connection over distraction and humanity over hostility, we disarm the forces that profit from keeping us apart.

Service becomes more than an action—it becomes a movement of accountability and compassion that challenges the normalization of disconnection.