Dr Prem Life A Great Life Logo-R

How to deal with being lonely

At some point of time, every human being experiences loneliness. Being lonely is not a curse and you can easily overcome it. Here are some tips on how to deal with loneliness.

Spend quality time with your family

No matter what, your family will be always by your side. Spend some good time with your family. Meet them, discuss about your life, and ask for their support and advices from their personal experiences. Make sure to talk to your family members often whether it is your parents or siblings. Keeping in constant touch with your close ones will make you feel less lonely. Talking about your feelings will ease down your inner pain. Bonding with your family and friends can also decrease the feeling of being alone.

Do not exaggerate your loneliness

Loneliness is not a disease that cannot be cured. Do not panic for being lonely. Many people feel lonely in their life sometimes. It is not an unending feeling. Try to realize that being alone does not mean that there is some problem with you. Every human being has a natural tendency of suffering from loneliness therefore it is not a big deal.

If you feel too frustrated of being alone, then it is time you move out of your sad little world to explore new places, interests and meet new people. Loneliness can never be cured if you’re not trying yourself hard enough. Always remember, every person is lonely when he is born and even in his deathbed.

Involve yourself into some hobbies

The world does not come to an end if you are alone. Indulge yourself into some hobbies such as sports, yoga, dancing or gardening. While you could learn something new, your hobbies would keep you busy. You can also have the opportunity to meet new people and befriend them. Join clubs or communities of your interests. This could help you to develop your interests in various activities. Volunteering for an NGO or any social welfare organization could boost up your self confidence and your personality.

Make new friends through social online activities

If you think you are the only person who is lonely and sad in this world, sign up on some social networking or community. Blog about what you feel. You will be surprised to see how many others are there experiencing the same thing. Jot down your thoughts and help others as well in this regard. It is easier to make friends through online networks than in person as there is no threat to meet someone totally strange immediately after making friends.

Moreover, it could be much comfortable to share your feelings to some stranger than to someone you know. But, make sure to be safe because everyone does not reveal their true self online.

Get out and treat yourself

Do not keep yourself isolated just because you do not have a companion. When you feel lonely, try to suppress your loneliness and do everything which you would have done if you had a partner. Get out of the house, watch a movie or a play, hang out all by yourself in some adventure park, treat yourself in a good restaurant. Being alone is not a punishment so be yourself and do everything which excites you and make you happy. Try to do new things which you never had a chance to do. Express yourself, try to be an extrovert which would also help you in knowing more people. Live like there is no grief in your life.

Recent Articles:

Scroll to Top