There was a phase in my life when I always felt lonely, even when I was surrounded by people, and I was not sure how to deal with loneliness. I didn’t fully understand it at first, but I slowly realized that I wasn’t searching for peace; I was just lacking a connection with the people. I lost interest in everything that I used to like before. I do work from home, I hardly expose myself to sunlight and always sit within the walls, either scrolling on social media, or working on my office laptop, no proper physical activity, I was just locked in my room, and no friends whom I could trust, scared to make new connections also. Life became so tough to live.
But later, I realized that happiness had to start from within; I was the one responsible for making myself and my inner soul truly happy. The first thing I did was create a simple daily routine that kept me engaged and active.
I began spending my time doing things like reading books, cooking, playing games, or journaling my thoughts and feelings.
These small activities slowly brought a positive change in me and helped me feel more balanced and peaceful.
Tips That Helped Me Overcome Loneliness
These are the following ways that you can follow to overcome loneliness and reconnect with yourself.
Create a Daily Routine
I created a routine that engaged me in an activity and kept me busy.
Even small tasks like watering plants, reading, or cooking helped me stay engaged.
A routine helps us to engage in an activity, and it doesn’t give time to us time to think negatively. It has gradually stopped my overthinking.
When I accomplished the work or tasks that I set, I used to feel happiness and confidence.
Spend time with yourself
I started enjoying my own company, like listening to music, journaling, or simply with a cup of tea or coffee. It taught me that being alone doesn’t always mean being lonely.
Limit Screentime
Spending too much time scrolling through social media can make us feel more disconnected from the real world. For example, when we come across posts showing someone’s perfect life, we may start comparing ourselves without realizing it. This constant comparison often leads to feelings of sadness, anxiety, or even self-doubt. It automatically makes us feel isolated.
Get some sunlight and Exercise
I started going for a walk in the sunlight every morning, which refreshed my mind. It kept me activated throughout the day. Day used to be productive.
I used to feel energetic, without any feeling of loneliness.
Express your emotions to others
Talk to someone and share your feelings who you can trust. It can lower the weight on your heart, which makes us feel relaxed from inside, and stay connected to our family or friends. Just a small mindful conversation with family or friends doesn’t make you feel alone that’s where you have handled loneliness properly.
Keep a gratitude journal
Every night, I started writing down three things I was thankful for, no matter how small. This simple habit shifted my focus from what I lacked to what I already had, filling me with a sense of positivity. When we write in a journal, we become aware of what is missing in our lives and what is already present. This will help in reducing the stress levels.
Every night, I started writing down three things I was thankful for, no matter how small.
This simple habit shifted my focus from what I lacked to what I already had, filling me with a sense of positivity.
When we write in a journal, we become aware of what is missing in our lives and what is already present. This will help in reducing the stress levels.
Taking care of the body
When we start taking care of our body, like having proper food, including any physical activity in our day, and sleeping enough, it can improve our mood from the inside.
When our body feels good, automatically our mind will be relaxed.
It can also build self-confidence within.
Final Thoughts on how to deal with loneliness
Nowadays, loneliness has become common in most of our lives. Talking about how to deal with loneliness is about creating a positive mindset. I handled it with patience, believing that not every day is the same, and I had a hope that one day I would not be alone anymore, and my life would also be changed. With that hope, I started making a routine which makes me feel engaged in an activity, I dwelled in a work which kept me busy, and also I started taking care of myself, the loneliness which I disliked before and made me stressed, it’s not making me feel same again because I had patience and I have followed the tips which mentioned above. This journey of overcoming the loneliness made me understand what is me, I got to know myself, and I understood my weaknesses and strengths. I would say peace and happiness would start from ourselves. So instead of finding your happiness from somewhere and someone, find it in yourself.
Disclaimer: This is just a personal experience, not medical advice.