Saprina Panday

Hi, I’m Saprina. I’m a storyteller and artist with a deep curiosity about the world and the people in it. I love all manner of storytelling: from writing (investigative, creative fiction, scripts) to public speaking, acting, filmmaking, drawing and directing. Originally from Nepal, I have had the unique privilege of living across more than 13 countries, imbibing stories, culture and politics in ways that are still revealing themselves to me. I believe stories allow us to create meaning out of chaos, to heal and most importantly perhaps, to connect with each other with empathy and compassion in a way that nothing else can.

Articles:

Relationship Loneliness

Social Loneliness: Surrounded By Others, Yet Still Feeling Lonely

Despite my experience with social loneliness and wanting to avoid crowds, I discovered that instead of running away, I needed to do the opposite.
Situational Loneliness

A Buddhist Perspective: Fully Embracing Loneliness And Isolation

While religion can help those who feel lonely, there are specific Buddhism teachings I’ve found exceptionally useful if you’re struggling with loneliness.
Situational Loneliness

Solitude Vs. Loneliness: How To Be Alone Without Feeling Lonely

Solitude, loneliness, and isolation, while related to each other, are distinct. Solitude can be good for your well-being, but not if it’s unwanted isolation.
On Loneliness: A Video Series About Coping With Feeling Lonely

Existential Loneliness: Life, Death And Finding Meaning

Experts help us explore the cause of existential loneliness, why it makes us feel emptiness, fear, or loss, and how to resolve and cope with these feelings.
On Loneliness: A Video Series About Coping With Feeling Lonely

Cancer Loneliness: Sue’s Journey & Triumph Over Breast Cancer

Sue Ghimire shares how a lack of acceptance of her breast cancer diagnosis, uncertainty, and limited understanding by others, lead to feelings of loneliness.

Everything Loneliness

Photograph Of An Orange Flower Growing In A Crack On A Sidewalk Signifying Loneliness And Isolation

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

By Alison Huff, Editor-In-Chief
Twitter Post Describing A Woman's Experience With Disability Next To A Portrait Of Her Smiling

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

By Emily Deaton
Screenshot Of A Video Interview With Maiya Lanae And Saprina Panday For Women's Health Interactive Discussing The Topic Of Loneliness

Loneliness And The Unspoken Expectations Of Black Women

By Saprina Panday
Abstract Illustration Of A Queer Woman's Face With Her Eyes Closed And Rainbow Colored Hair And Head Scarf With A Star Background Signifying Queer Loneliness

Queer Loneliness: How To Find Happiness And Feel Whole

By Emily Deaton