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Author Bruce Feiler says rituals can combat loneliness and polarization

Author Bruce Feiler witnessed or took part in a wide range of rituals as he traveled to 16 countries on six continents over three years. He says rituals can cure the loneliness epidemic and joins "CBS Mornings" to explain how.

Published May 19, 2026, 1:57 PM
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Author Bruce Feiler says rituals can combat loneliness and polarization

Author Bruce Feiler witnessed or took part in a wide range of rituals as he traveled to 16 countries on six continents over three years. He says rituals can cure the loneliness epidemic and joins "CBS Mornings" to explain how.

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