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| | | Q | | How do you manage feelings of loneliness? | | | | A | | "Even though I'm a huge introvert and enjoy my own company, I still get moments of loneliness and need connection. I've definitely noticed a shift in my relationships in my 30s. Most of my friends and family are no longer local, so I see them far less often than I used to. When we do catch up, our conversations usually revolve around big life updates rather than low-key everyday stuff, which I can find a bit draining.
"To manage it, I talk with my partner about how I'm feeling and try to have fun plans to look forward to, which really helps. My dogs are a huge support, too. They're the best companions when I'm lacking human interaction, and they get me outside for walks in the fresh air, which lifts my mood and puts me in a better headspace.
"I also try to avoid social media when I'm feeling this way. It might sound counterintuitive, but I've noticed it usually makes me feel lonelier and more caught up in comparisons." — Chloe Szilagyi, editor
"I often don't have the energy to socialize, but I still want to be around people and not be stuck in my apartment. When I want to break out of isolation in a low-energy way, I go for a walk along my busy city streets or sit in a coffee shop. That way I'm in the presence of others, but I don't necessarily have to engage with anyone." — Morgan Mandriota, newsletter editor
"I'm in a situation unique to overcome the temptations of loneliness, as I work 100% remotely, so I'm by myself all day. I also just completed my second divorce, and my son is headed toward college. The combination of these things has made this a very lonely season in my life, which many would find freeing or exciting.
"I manage by picking up a couple of grounding hobbies, like tending indoor plants and some mild outdoor herb gardening, taking 1- to 3-hour hikes every day with no earbuds so I can fully envelop all the senses, and sleeping with a weighted blanket and weighted pillow.
"I also have a healthy inner circle and robust extension of acquaintances. I'll make sure to hug heartily, grasp hands, hold shoulders, and touch someone's back in support — that physical interaction helps keep at least some gas in the love tank!" — Kristin Currin-Sheehan, editor | | | | | | | | If you'd like to request a specific topic, offer feedback, or chime in with your answers to our weekly questions, feel free to email us at newsletters@healthline.com. We look forward to connecting with you and supporting you on the path to mental well-being. | | | | | | | TRY THIS | | Find the Path for You | | Everyone's experience with mental health is different. Get on a path that works for you with personalized symptom information and management tips. | | | | | | | | | | | We picked these articles just for you | | |  | | | | | | | | | | | | |  | | | | We may feature your messages to our inbox within our content. Please do not provide any personal identifiable information. Replies may be edited for length and clarity. For more, see our Privacy Policy. | Healthline, Optum Now, and their respective logo(s) are trademarks of RVO Health, LLC.
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