10 Tips to Conquer Loneliness

Here are 10 tips to conquer loneliness:

1. Do not let your inner critic in you sabotage yourself. Self-insulting thoughts like "Nobody wants to date me because I'm so fat" or "I wish I was more funny so I can impress others" or "No one understands me" would be of no use to you.

2. Try to replace your negative thoughts about your personality with a positive, for example, "I am perfectly with all the quirks and shortcomings me" or "I am loveable in my own unique way."

3. Do not isolate yourself from people, even if you feel the urge to do so. You have to put yourself out there, even if you are not willing to do so. It will help you find the love and support that you really deserve.

4. If you are in an unhealthy relationship, break off. You do not need people in your life who drag you down.

5. Enrich your current relationship with the people who support you. Even if you only have one person in your life, nurture your relationship with them. Do not spoil what you can offer to your support network.

6. Grow your social network. Online site for social connections can help you meet people who share your thoughts or hobby and you can build your network that way.

7. Go, take a chance and do not be afraid to be vulnerable. Loneliness gives way to isolation. Try to share your feelings, experiences, memories, desires and dreams with your support network. It will make you feel understood by others.

8. Seek help and support from people who care for you. Tell them what you need to reduce your loneliness. Friends can be a source of support if you ask them directly. Try it and you might be surprised.

9. Be proactive. Do not wait for someone to invite you. Instead, invite people into your life. It does not have to be a big problem. Try drinking a cup of coffee, lunch meeting, a walk, a meeting house or an event with people.

10. It may come as a surprise to you, but you can enjoy your solitude as well. Being alone does not always mean lonely. Loneliness can provide a quiet, peaceful and very well connected with room for yourself.

If you find yourself constantly doing negative self talk, and your view of a healthy relationship does not seem any brighter for you, you may be suffering from chronic loneliness and may require professional assistance. Consider therapy. There is no problem that can not be solved with the right help. All you need is the willingness and confidence that you can live a happy life too!