• Welcome to our brand new forum! We've listened to your feedback and realized that people wanted (and needed) a space to connect. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQs to read through the Roots of Loneliness forum rules. You must register before you can post in the forums.
X
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
  • Ali
    Lead Administrator
    • Apr 2025
    • 82

    Men get lonely too, but it isn’t often discussed

    Male loneliness is something that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. One Roots of Loneliness author explores why men often feel isolated, how societal expectations play into that, and what can be done to address it.

    If you’ve ever wondered why this topic flies under the radar or have experienced it yourself, this article is definitely worth a read.

    Check it out here: https://www.rootsofloneliness.com/male-loneliness

    Anyone else noticed this? How do you think we can start talking more openly about loneliness in men? Would love to hear your thoughts!

Womens Health orange logoGet The Newsletter

Weekly reflections, meaningful stories, and thoughtful advice for navigating loneliness — delivered when you need it most.

Latest Activity

Collapse

  • Reply to Disability and loneliness

    That's a great point. I also look at it this way -- if someone feels the need to lie about something like that (or anything really) it can speak to something...

    09-16-2026, 08:01 PM By Weighty
  • Reply to Disability and loneliness

    In a similar vain, I think its worthwhile to show up for those with invisible conditions too.

    I have a pretty diverse circle of people around...

    09-15-2026, 12:18 PM By somewhereroo
  • Not spending Christmas with family

    So last year was the first year I decided not to spend the holidays with my family. I visited in October, then celebrated with friends over the holidays....

    09-08-2026, 10:51 AM By Birdie_94
  • Reply to Ever wonder about the deeper loneliness we feel?

    I really like this way of looking at it, especially the idea that the little ways we affect each other can be a legacy too.

    I think part...

    09-02-2026, 08:01 PM By SummerDay
  • Reply to Ever wonder about the deeper loneliness we feel?

    Yes, absolutely! It’s so easy to look back on different eras of our lives through nostalgic, rose-colored glasses. Over the past few years, part of...

    08-28-2026, 09:45 AM By Birdie_94

Latest Topics

Collapse

  • Not spending Christmas with family

    So last year was the first year I decided not to spend the holidays with my family. I visited in October, then celebrated with friends over the holidays....

    09-08-2026, 10:51 AM By Birdie_94
Working...