The author of the text reflects on their flexible work culture at Zapier, where asynchronous communication is encouraged, as an essential skill for remote work and a valuable life skill that can also be applied to personal relationships. They share how they've learned to communicate asynchronously with their four-year-old nephew through private TikTok videos, which has helped them connect with him more effectively despite busy schedules. The author finds that asynchronous communication allows for a low-pressure way to stay in touch with loved ones without feeling drained or obligated to be constantly available.