Do you feel lonely? Expert share her tips on how to reframe and embrace the feeling
Speaking exclusively to the Express, Christi-an Slomka – Calm’s community manager, an app dedicated to mental fitness – shares her expertise on how to soften the ache of feeling lonely.
Tip one
Christi-an recommends “transforming feelings of emptiness into possibility”, which can be achieved through mindfulness.
“Pay attention to the present moment with kindness and curiosity,” she said.
“This means dropping all of the judgments that we have about loneliness and acknowledging the way things are right now.
“Being vulnerable can leave us feeling a little tender and exposed, but the beauty is that it facilitates true connection.”
Tip four
“Be brave and reach out to people in similar situations,” suggested Christi-an.
“Whether you live alone, with a partner or family, this years’ experience has affected us differently.
“The loss that comes with change is undoubtedly worth grieving and it’s essential to offer ourselves compassion.
“There’s no shortage of digital spaces to connect with others online; mindfully making connections during this time can help ease feelings of loneliness.”
Tip five
“Befriend yourself,” said Christi-an. “One of the most helpful things we can ever do is to learn to love our own company.”
If you struggle to sit by yourself, “notice what’s getting in the way of you enjoying time alone”.
“For many of us, the inner critic can be judgmental and unkind, so start listening to the quieter voices within that will guide you back to what nourishes and inspires you.”
Tip six
“Another wonderful way to build your relationship with self is through meditation,” testified Christi-an.
“At first, it will feel hard as you encounter the parts of yourself that you’ve been trying to avoid.
“But with time you’ll learn to care for those parts of you and grow more fully into yourself.”
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