Tuesday, May 08, 2007

Dealing with Loneliness

Loneliness is a feeling most individuals struggle with sometime in their life. In our childhood it happens as you move from school to school. As young adult you may struggle with loneliness as you adjust to your new college environment or taking that new job away from your friends and family. You can also feel lonely in a relationship if you are with an individual that is emotionally unavailable. Any change in your life can at times create this feeling.

If you find your self in this situation ask yourself a few questions:

1. What am I doing or thinking to create these feelings of loneliness?
2. What is the best way to reach out and connect with people today?
3. What is something that I can do for others today?

You should create a plan of action that can create positive thoughts for you. Your plan should get you involved with other people that share the same interests as you. It could be an organization of service or just a hobby that interests you. You can also journal to process your thoughts to clarify your plan and interests or find comfort in your prayer life. Take positive steps to help yourself. The only thing that you have control of is your mind, body and spirit.

Take care.
Gina

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