The Roots Of Loneliness Project: Unearthing Why We Feel Alone

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Mental Health Loneliness

Why PTSD Often Comes With Loneliness & How To Break Through

There are things you can do to address PTSD and loneliness, depression or other negative consequences of a traumatic experience. You don’t have to carry it alone.

Written By: Wednesday Lee Friday

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Quotes And Sayings

114 Empowering Be Yourself Quotes (When You Need A Boost)

When you’re finding it difficult to be yourself, these quotes will provide thoughtful and meaningful words of encouragement.

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Situational Loneliness

Grief Loneliness: What I’ve Learned From Withstanding Loss

Looking back at the loved ones I’ve lost, I’ve discovered that grief is a surprisingly lonely and individual process. We grieve together, but also alone.

By Alison Huff, Editor-In-Chief

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Everything Loneliness

Resources And Help For Crises, Mental Health, And Loneliness

If you’re experiencing feelings of chronic loneliness or a mental health crisis, use these resources to get immediate and ongoing help.

By Michaela Mitchell

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Mental Health Loneliness

Bipolar Loneliness Can Be Crippling, But It Doesn’t Have To Be

Loneliness associated with bipolar disorder can be profound, even paralyzing. But It is possible to have the life we deserve through conscientious living.

By Wednesday Lee Friday

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Everything Loneliness

Why You Like Being Alone: Research, Benefits & Why It’s Normal

Spending time alone has many positive benefits, such as personal growth, higher satisfaction levels, greater creativity, and peace of mind.

By Clarisse Quirit Rella, MSOT, CTRS

Pueblo: A New App Will Make It Easier To Fight Loneliness

The Pueblo app removes the planning part of hangouts, building a new way to communicate, grow friendships, and fight loneliness.

By Justin Perlman

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Life Stage Loneliness

Why Military Life Is Lonely, How To Cope And Help Those You Love

Loneliness is not a straightforward issue for anyone, but it can be even more complex for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces.

By Justin Perlman

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Situational Loneliness

The Loneliness Of Being A Single Dad Is Real

Being a single dad can feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders, but feeling lonely doesn’t need to be added to that weight.

By Justin Perlman

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Everything Loneliness

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The Roots Of Loneliness Project: 100+ Types Of Loneliness & Counting

By Alison Huff, Editor-In-Chief

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Disabled And Lonely: Why We Often Feel Alone And How To Cope

By Emily Deaton

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Loneliness And The Unspoken Expectations Of Black Women

By Saprina Panday

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Queer Loneliness: How To Find Happiness And Feel Whole

By Emily Deaton

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