Title: Loneliness: How to Cope During the Holiday Season
Headings: Loneliness and the Holidays
Loneliness and the Holidays
Dealing With Loneliness During the Holiday Season
Be Good to Yourself
Understand That You’re Not Alone
Rethink Your Expectations
Get Connected
Cultivate Gratitude
Give to Others
Examine Your Feelings
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Content: Note: Social media can create significant amounts of stress in this area, so do your best to count your blessings instead of comparing yourself to others and the life they portray online. Get Connected
You may feel lonely when surrounded by people, but it’s harder to feel lonely when you’re reaching out to them. 3 ﻿﻿﻿﻿ Whether you’re saying hello to neighbors, exchanging friendly words with people at the office, writing holiday cards, or picking up the phone and calling an old friend you haven’t spoken to in a while, reaching out to people and strengthening bonds can help you feel more connected and less lonely. This may be a time to message people over social media whose statuses you usually simply "like," and catch up on old friendships. 4 ﻿﻿﻿
Virtual holiday celebrations will also likely be popular this year as people do their best to connect with friends and family who they're unable to see in person due to COVID-19 restrictions and precautions. How to Cultivate Social Support
Cultivate Gratitude
There are many far-reaching benefits to practicing gratitude. One easy antidote to feelings of lack is to cultivate feelings of gratitude for what you have; it's hard to focus on both at once. 5 ﻿﻿﻿﻿
If you're feeling a lack of love in your life, make a concerted effort to focus on the love that you do have—from friends, family, neighbors, and even pets.