10 Ways to Cope With Loneliness

6. Journalize

The time you are alone can be spent fruitfully by penning down your thoughts in a diary. You will instantly feel better as all the deep-seated thoughts plaguing your subconscious have come on paper. The next step would be to find out solutions for these problems.

7. Get yourself a pet

Playing around with a pet is said to be the ultimate stress buster. If you don’t prefer keeping a pet dog or cat, you could bring home a pair of love birds or any other interesting species that will be your due companions at home.

8. Volunteer for a social cause

You could volunteer with any social group working towards causes such as environment preservation and others to make your life meaningful in the true sense. The feeling of doing something for the society, however, insignificant the contribution might be, will help you feel content.

9. Tap your creative side

Most well-known philosophers, artists and writers are the ones who have used their solitude in the best possible way. Don’t let loneliness creep into your life. Make your lone time a moment of solitude. Tickle your creative side. Develop a nice hobby such as writing, painting, singing and there’s no way by which you will feel left out.

10. Understand that loneliness is natural

Even the most happening social butterflies can feel lonely at times. It is natural to feel euphoric one moment and completely sad the next moment. Instead of being overtly critical of your loneliness, set it aside as a trifle and enjoy life.