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Loneliness v.s. Solitude

Episode Summary

The feeling of being lonely can basically be unbearable in certain moments. Here are some thoughts on what loneliness is a sign of, what you can learn from it, how solitude differs from loneliness, and what to do to feel less lonely.

Episode Notes

The feeling of being lonely can basically be unbearable in certain moments. Here are some thoughts on what loneliness is a sign of, what you can learn from it, how solitude differs from loneliness, and what to do to feel less lonely. 

Quotes to remember: 

“To the lonely person, being alone equates to being lonely.” 

“Oftentimes this loneliness that we feel echoes some wound or some trauma that we experienced a long time ago.” 

Takeaways:

• Being alone helps us face our fears of loneliness
• Get curious about the feeling of loneliness, and see what it tells you about what you feel disconnected from
• Consider your inner child and whether or not that child is still hurting
• We are all connected in so many ways
• The practice of solitude is a deliberate ascetic act
• The feeling of loneliness is a guest; it will come, and then it will go; we don’t need to fear it
• When you practice solitude, be ready to feel more lonely initially before it passes

What you’ll learn:

• What to do when you feel lonely
• What it means to feel lonely
• The difference between loneliness and solitude
• Questions to ask yourself the next time you feel lonely
• Four types of disconnection or alienation

Mentioned on the podcast: 

• 4 Ways to Overcome Alienation and Loneliness

THIS WEEK’S CHALLENGE: Write out one thing that you love to do with other people. Do that thing on your own and see how the experience is. 

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