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Guided practices specifically designed to ease feelings of loneliness and social isolation.
Find local support groups, community events, and ways to build meaningful connections.
Evidence-based techniques for easing social isolation
Send compassion to yourself and others, reducing feelings of isolation
Connect with physical sensations to ground yourself in the present moment
Focus on positive connections, even small ones, to shift perspective
Be present during walks, noticing your environment and potential connections
Treat yourself with kindness when loneliness feels overwhelming
Calm the nervous system activated by feelings of isolation
Practice deep listening with our AI companion or in conversations
Reduce rumination about loneliness by staying in the now
Mindfully engage with nature to feel part of something larger
Use art, writing, or music to process and express feelings
Text an old friend, call a family member, or chat with our AI companion. Connection combats isolation.
Exercise releases endorphins and can lead to social interaction (gym, classes, walking groups).
Serving others creates connection and gives purpose, both powerful antidotes to loneliness.
Book clubs, sports leagues, art classes—shared interests make connection easier.
Pets provide companionship and can facilitate social interaction with other pet owners.
Being alone is a physical state—having no one around. Loneliness is an emotional state—feeling disconnected even when surrounded by people. You can feel lonely in a crowd or perfectly content when alone. Loneliness is about the quality of connections, not quantity.
Mindfulness helps by: 1) Reducing rumination about feeling lonely, 2) Increasing self-compassion and acceptance, 3) Helping you be present with emotions without judgment, 4) Building awareness of negative thought patterns that worsen loneliness, and 5) Creating space for connection with yourself, which can reduce the pain of isolation.
Start small: Join interest-based groups (book clubs, sports, volunteering), take classes, use apps for connecting with others, reach out to acquaintances for coffee, adopt a pet, engage in online communities, use our AI companion for 24/7 support, and consider therapy to work through barriers to connection. Building friendships takes time—be patient with yourself.
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