Personally, I'm of Common Interests Connections camp like you, but my father (taking after his father) has this maximalist approach when it comes to connections. I believe he'd reason it by presenting the utility of having a myriad of friendships and links in life, especially in trying times. When shit hits the fan and beyond - as it seems to have in my adult life now - I can't help but ponder maybe he has a point. Does that ever happen to you?
Personally, I'm of Common Interests Connections camp like you, but my father (taking after his father) has this maximalist approach when it comes to connections. I believe he'd reason it by presenting the utility of having a myriad of friendships and links in life, especially in trying times. When shit hits the fan and beyond - as it seems to have in my adult life now - I can't help but ponder maybe he has a point. Does that ever happen to you?