Overcoming loneliness

Loneliness is the silent, invisible plague of our generation. Every third person feels lonely, left alone and unloved. And that doesn't just feel bad, it can even make us ill. We have a master plan on how to overcome lonely phases and feel better again quickly

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via Anonymous
12/04/2018, 10:30
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As if you were the only person on earth: Loneliness can become unbearable

A move, a separation or the children moving out: all events where a beloved environment changes and we carry a broken heart around with us. Initially, loneliness signals to us that we are missing someone or something important in our lives.
However, feelings of loneliness are not always necessarily triggered by a life change. Even if our needs for recognition, closeness and affection are not being met, we can still feel lonely. In other words, even a working mum of three and wife can be lonely like a single person. Equally, a senior widow who regularly reminisces and writes in her diary can be just as content as an outsider who would rather read new books than run off to the next party. Just as we humans are different, so are our needs and perceptions.

5 tips against social withdrawal

1. the realization
Learn to accept the situation. Being lonely can happen to anyone. You don't have to feel guilty about it or convince yourself that you are helplessly at the mercy of it. Because you are not: your inner attitude is crucial and can help to change the situation. Now!

2. be close to yourself
Be kind to yourself and treat yourself like a friend: go shopping at the market, cook yourself something delicious and make yourself really comfortable. In short: enjoy your own company.

3. enjoy your time alone
Sounds strange at first, but it's a good way to overcome loneliness. Being enough for yourself takes the pressure off and makes it easier to deal with others.

4. move with the times
Be open to the spirit of the times: New music, a new restaurant or simply a new pair of pants again. This not only keeps you in tune with the times, but also gives you the opportunity to get in touch with people.

5. make contacts
The first step is the hardest, but then it gets easier and easier. Sports and dance classes are great for making contacts. Or look for a job, such as a voluntary activity. This will make you feel needed and bring you into contact with people.
In the beginning, even talking to your neighbors will do you good and restore your energy.