Loneliness

What is the difference between being alone and loneliness?

Although being alone and experiencing loneliness sounds similar, we perceive them completely differently. While being alone is a voluntary condition that can often be useful and relieving, loneliness is harmful and can result in mental and physical problems in the long run.

How to overcome loneliness?

If we get anxious because we feel lonely, it’s a good idea to have a few tips on hand to help us feel better. You can make a list of things, contacts and activities that bring you overall joy, and have it with you in case of emergency. Beware of social networks, which give the illusion that we are not alone, and make our condition worse overall. On the contrary, a walk in the fresh air, a phone call with a friend or pleasant music can help us. However, if you feel lonely for a long time, the cause may be more ingrained, and it may be helpful to seek professional help.

Loneliness and depression: how to catch it in time?

There are days when we are not in the mood to meet anyone and we need to be alone. If you find yourself not talking to others for a few days to weeks, if you don’t even have the strength to pick up the phone and call someone, it’s time to admit that something might be wrong. Online psychotherapy can be a non-threatening step to improve your condition.

How to manage loneliness in a relationship?

At first glance, everything may seem fine. You have a relationship, you understand your partner. Nevertheless, sometimes we may find ourselves in a state where, despite our happy lives, we feel sad and alone. We isolate ourselves from others and close ourselves in. If we feel that our partner does not understand us and does not know what is happening to us, it is good to start talking to your partner about it. Psychotherapy can be a safe place for a conversation with our partner, especially when previous attempts ended in unnecessary conflict.

Loneliness after a divorce – how to get out of it?

Divorce is a very stressful life event which brings various problems, including a feeling of loneliness. It’s not surprising, you and your partner have lived together through a part of your life, you used to do a lot of things together and suddenly you are left to do everything alone. Reassurance brings the realization that this is only a temporary state. In order to minimize possible situations where you fall into despair, it is important to plan your day, include your hobbies in it and meet other people. This can help you get over the initial weeks and restart your happy life.

How can psychotherapy help me with loneliness?

Psychotherapy creates a safe space in which we can find understanding and support to cope with the situation or state in which we find ourselves. Not only can contact with an expert alone bring immediate relief, but long-term cooperation can help a person develop strategies and habits that can prevent similar situations in the future.