Hmm. I haven't thought about loneliness for a long time. That's a good sign, right? The community part is easy. I'm a member of a women's organization at my church. There is crossover with some of the women and other parts of my life, which helps make me feel like I belong. This is only the 2nd time in my life I've felt this way.
I like seeing the various types of loneliness and could identify times in my life when I've felt the different types. The existential loneliness was tough, but I think I've grappled with it. What's going to be hard is when the two adult children who are living with me leave. Especially, my daughter. We are very close.
This was a brilliant and comprehensive read which reminded me of the nuance that isn’t normally covered in most loneliness literature - thanks for continuing on the great work, Jo - and for the generosity of your experience, too.
Hmm. I haven't thought about loneliness for a long time. That's a good sign, right? The community part is easy. I'm a member of a women's organization at my church. There is crossover with some of the women and other parts of my life, which helps make me feel like I belong. This is only the 2nd time in my life I've felt this way.
I like seeing the various types of loneliness and could identify times in my life when I've felt the different types. The existential loneliness was tough, but I think I've grappled with it. What's going to be hard is when the two adult children who are living with me leave. Especially, my daughter. We are very close.
This was a brilliant and comprehensive read which reminded me of the nuance that isn’t normally covered in most loneliness literature - thanks for continuing on the great work, Jo - and for the generosity of your experience, too.