Looking from the outside, a lot of people these days seem to have perfect social lives. They are constantly surrounded by friends and engage in all sorts of social interactions. But beneath the surface, a sad truth might be hiding: loneliness can creep in and make life difficult even for those who appear to be perfectly fine.
Human beings are inherently social creatures. We crave connections and meaningful interactions with other people in order to lead a happy and healthy life. Unfortunately, in a day and age where technology has made the world more connected than ever, more and more people struggle with feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Why are you feeling lonely?
Loneliness and being alone are not one and the same thing. You can have a lot of people in your life and yet feel completely lonely. You can have a supportive family or be in a long-term relationship and loneliness can still rear its ugly head.
Although it’s not a rule, a lot of times loneliness is associated with other mental health issues, such as depression or anxiety. Those who are depressed often fall into the loneliness trap by isolating themselves from the rest of the world, so they don’t feel like a burden for others. They also run low on energy, making it difficult for them to take part in social activities.
On the other hand, people suffering from social anxiety live in constant fear of social interactions. That can stop them from building deeper connections and relationships, and can even lead to complete isolation.
It’s also quite common for people to start feeling lonely when they go through a major life change such as moving to a different country, living in an isolated area, mourning the death of a family member, suffering from the empty nest syndrome etc.
Whether you’re experiencing feelings of loneliness due to depression, anxiety or for no apparent reason, you shouldn’t go through it alone. Talking to a therapist can help you cope with your problems and find a way to overcome loneliness.
How can online therapy help?
Talking with your friends or family about your struggles might help to some extent. But it can be difficult for you to open up and talk about these issues with them. That’s why it’s always recommended to get professional help and look for a qualified therapist who can provide the support you need.
Online therapy can prove very effective in treating feelings of loneliness, and the best part is you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your house to go to therapy. You can speak with a licensed therapist online, in complete confidentiality, and he can give you the right advice and guidance so you can improve your situation and keep loneliness at bay.
A therapist will listen to all your issues without any judgement, and help you get to the root cause of the problem. Then you can work together and do the necessary changes that will ultimately help you restore your emotional balance and make loneliness a thing of the past.
