How to combat loneliness

A new survey out Wednesday shows that while it may be a small world, a lot of us feel alone in it. According to Gallup, 23% of people surveyed globally said they felt significant loneliness the previous day. Megan Hays, associate professor and clinical psychologist at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, joins CBS News to unpack how loneliness can lead to serious health concerns and how to combat it.
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[@SteveSabbai]

"It is better to be alone than in bad company."

[@mkhanman12345]

Dudes can’t help out at the homeless shelter.

[@KhushbooShah000]

agree with you😢

[@adamhuffman3354]

Solace is bliss!

[@deealex1402]

people are lonelly because they depend on other to make them happy instead of building the kind of life where you dont expect that from others. it is your job alone to make yourself happy not others. people who are lonelly are just bored because they have nothing to do, i mean go outside, get new hobbies, there is so many things you can do alone,dont wait on people to come and resque you. fill your day with things that you love to do ,if you sit all day in the house and have no routeen, damn right you going to feel alone. meaning bored!

[@inesarif8497]

⁠@@deealex1402 love this! And also so true too! There’s a lot of people I know who had been single for 2 months after a breakup and said to me that they were lonely and that they needed to find someone, that made me sad for them when they said they hated being alone. It’s a wake up call i do feel at times to really look at your life on another side and wonder how you make yourself a better happier person on your own first before meeting someone, I do understand fully that loneliness can destroy people, I’ve been on my own for a while but I never think I need someone I believe things happen in their own time and even if they don’t who cares I’m not waiting for someone to come and fullfill my needs, that’s my job to do that because it’s my life.

[@shasmi93]

I used to be lonely… soooo lonely. So I decided to change that and started going out and meeting TONS of people. I am back to being alone. It is FAAAAR better being alone than putting up with other humans and the nightmares that come with it. I’m at peace with myself and I’m my best friend. I like it better this way. Y’all ain’t missing anything.

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

Solitude is a blessing when the main crux of those whom you meet are megalomaniacal narcissists. Who needs users and abusers when the world already does those to us by default? 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge, hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ --Diamond Dragons (series)

[@justmejenny7986]

Your problem was quantity. You need to seek out quality people.

[@shasmi93]

@@justmejenny7986yeah I was waiting for this answer. But I went out and met 100s of different people. None of them were worth the squeeze. I love and take better care of myself than anyone else could. Being a lone wolf is the best way forward. Perhaps a dog or cat to compliment that… but other humans.. no.

[@rhysioeren3203]

There are situations when you dont want to be alone, if you fall sick or get in a situation where you are weak or helpless, you will definitely need someone. I agree about the factor of quantity, you dont need to be surrounded just have someone to be your support. We all are going to need it, we are not indestructible.

[@jzm2293]

Yes this! Well said! 💯

[@rayjones1455]

"They're sharing a drink they call loneliness, but it's better than drinking alone"

[@PatrickWagz]

♫ ♫ Oh la la de da daaa.... la la de daaaaaaaa daaaaaaa ♫ ♫

[@UURevival]

@@PatrickWagz My question is why did Billy Joel throw John under the bus? -"He gets me my drinks for free" I thought he was "A friend of mine." ???

[@EverythingMentalHealth]

@@UURevival That's funny.🤣

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

I actually snuck in an homage to Joel's lines from that song at the end of book two in my series of six. 💪😎✌️ To this day, no one has ever connected the dots, but I can't say I'm surprised; it's difficult to detect ALL of the hidden secrets I've peppered throughout the series. "It's a pretty good crowd for a Saturday, and the manager gives me a smile. 'Cause he knows that it's me they've been comin' to see to forget about life for awhile." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨

[@loganknapp8905]

I’d rather be lonely then be used. Most people only want to be around you when they want something out of you.

[@soapgirlsrule]

This has been my experience and then they disappear until they need something again.

[@Colt8722]

1,000% correct. Use and abuse. And then the ones you genuinely think are your friends are your biggest enemies. Hate this world

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

After 30+ years of award-winning work in my fields, I can attest to the fact that no one will want anything from you unless they see some short-term gain coming from it. And if they can't see "what use" you are to them, they'll avoid you as if you're a piece of debris. But ultimately, what is most important is what one can achieve ON THEIR OWN. For, if you require others to be who and what you are, or you need others in order to achieve your goals, then you're really *nothing* all on your own, yes? Must give us pause. 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge, hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ --Diamond Dragons (series)

[@Big_talks.]

Everybody wants something out of you lol no way around it.

[@TastemyAtrocity]

I’m so lonely. Sometimes I think I’ll die from it. I loved what she said in the end about assuming people like you. It makes it so difficult to connect with people when everyone is so guarded. The number of times I’ve heard people say they can’t join me because they’re stressed or broke or whatever. Aren’t those the times you want to be surrounded with community -‘s support? Its just so exhausting in the word today.

[@mkhanman12345]

Help out at the homeless shelter or animal shelter. They will be grateful and thankful.

[@girlcalledmango]

You're not alone. Many if us are dealing with loneliness.

[@mkhanman12345]

@@girlcalledmango Help out at the homeless shelter. They will be grateful 🙏

[@TastemyAtrocity]

@@mkhanman12345 I do that 3hrs a week for the past 2 years. Helps for the 3 hrs but not much outside of that.

[@TastemyAtrocity]

@@mkhanman12345 I do that 3 hrs a week for the past 2 years. I see it there too. Homeless people are guarded too. Some want to talk and connect and that’s nice for both of us. But some don’t. It’s a problem everywhere.

[@MichaelDeHaven]

We've lost so many 3rd spaces. Much of it isn't intentional but it's still not conducive to a stable happy individual. And without that, it's hard to build larger social units effectively. Let alone have them be healthy. Ironically people staying with their families can be part of the solution though. Young people can then build equity for home ownership but still contribute to the larger family. Even having children in such an environment can work great. The children benefit from the wisdom of grandparents and the young couple gets assistance with the kids. Meanwhile the elders are not only passing on values, but learning from those children too. I got much of my values from my grandmother. This was actually the system most of the world used before WW2. Much of the world still has some of it. The whole "nuclear family" thing is incredibly new. Society has historically used multiple generations to raise children and build stability. Not to mention the larger social structure of the community too. We've lost much of that now. We encourage our kids to move out not long after graduation. And we live in communities where many of us don't even know our neighbors. When we do go out, it's usually in our cars. We go from home to our destination and don't speak to anyone. Not surprising we have an issue with alienation.

[@jeremias250]

I feel sad for younger people feeling loneliness 😢

[@paranoidhumanoid]

Being alone in the age of social media, digital surveillance, and nosey AF neighbors is a _luxury._

[@__-tz6xx]

So true. I have had a lot of problems with nosey neighbors recently, the apartment walls are thin.

[@noveltycrusade]

Well said

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

Solitude is a blessing. When properly embraced, an intelligent individual can learn what is most important about the limited hours remaining of their journey. Every circle begins with its end. Reflection is key. 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge, hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ --Diamond Dragons (series)

[@noveltycrusade]

@@Novastar.SaberCombat for whatever it's worth, I enjoyed this comment 👍

[@melissamiller2696]

There is a difference between loneliness and being isolated, BTW. Both make people vulnerable. You may be content while you live alone, but vulnerable to accidents, poor outcomes for illness, etc, when there's nobody who knows how you are doing.

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

Acceptance is necessary. You are mortal, and you WILL d13 in 30-60 years or less. Be at peace with it. Prepare for it. Embrace the moment when you step beyond the void veil. Every circle begins with its end. Reflection is key. 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge, hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ --Diamond Dragons (series)

[@ferdowssaadi2594]

I am one of them. I feel lonely. Sometime its feel bad. But if your friend or someone very close to you betrays you it will hurt you.

[@jzm2293]

Yeah I experienced this worst feeling 😔

[@Shaolin91z]

Thanks Lord for bible study class

[@geraldinegranger9186]

Another piece is working too many hours from home sitting in front of a computer. I miss the casual interactions we used to have in the office and I’m too exhausted to join group activities afterwards.

[@unionash1]

I’m in my 30’s and I feel I don’t belong on this Earth…people just walk by me when I try to start a conversation and purposely look in the other direction

[@Commonsenseisnotcommon8]

If you are not on social media, how are you supposed to find out about these groups and events? Especially when you’re single, work from home, and have no children or pets. So you really limit your interaction with people in general thank God I go out and go to the gym. But I despise social media and everybody says go on there and find a group. But I want to find groups in real life where they at.

[@justmejenny7986]

You could take community classes to learn a new skill or do something fun. Cooking, photography, a new language. Or you could volunteer somewhere. Hospitals, churches, community organizations, pet shelters. Join a book group, bible study or attend a group therapy meeting. Just some ideas.

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

​@@justmejenny7986 what community classes? Where do they take place?

[@justmejenny7986]

Not sure where you live. I'm in New York. They are offered sometimes at a local community college or a program called Boces. You can Google community classes near me. Or a specific interest you have such as cooking. Cooking classes near me. Hope this helps.

[@MichaelDeHaven]

Another good thing is to find a cause you like. Whatever it doesn't matter too much. Then join a group/community to help advance that. Not only do you get to meet and talk to others. You get to see tangible progress for your efforts. We all like to see the results of our hard work. This way you help, and get help, at the same time. BTW, OP consider getting a plant if you don't have the time for a pet right now. Just caring for a living thing can be fulfilling. But if you have the time and can truly care for them. A pet can be a great way to break the ice. You can even get most cats to walk on a harness leash. Take them out to the park and you'll meet people.

[@123benny4]

I've suffered from loneliness a few times. It's an illness. There are expectations we have to struggle with. The most important relationship you'll ever have is with yourself. You have to become content on your own, and with doing nothing. I won't put up with physical or emotional abuse. It's better to be alone than in a bad relationship. These are things I've told myself. There's a difference between being alone and loneliness. I like my time alone, but that feeling of loneliness is something different. When we feel that way, we should reach out, meet up with friends, do something that you love/like, check in with family, think of all the things you are grateful for and appreciate. I'm a relationship person, but for one reason or another, have spent most of my life alone. It's hard sometimes, when you have to only rely on yourself, have to cook your own meals, or especially when you go through something traumatic, or get sick. We are social beings and need compassion and empathy, especially from someone you're close to. Friends, even family, tend to dismiss it, but a significant other knows you in and out. That's what I'm missing. The intimacy of being with one other person, who you can share the good and the bad times with, support each other, and show each other love.

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

Solitude is a blessing. Proper usage of it allows a being to study and prepare for what lies beyond the void veil. This is far more important than anything terrestrial. And to be 100% crystal clear, I am *NOT* referring to any manmade religion or idiotic "belief". The Universe has secrets and wisdom for those who LISTEN. Every circle begins with its end. Reflection is key. 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge, hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ --Diamond Dragons (series)

[@Shaolin91z]

A wall of text. No thanks Thanks Lord for bible study class

[@ziskokid1]

This is a big problem...older folks are getting dementia beiung alone. Young locked in there rooms. People in their late 20s and middle 30s still at home ...locked in their rooms.

[@MichaelDeHaven]

Yeah, we lost so many 3rd spaces. Much of it isn't intentional but it's still not conducive to a stable happy individual. And without that, it's hard to build larger social units effectively. Let alone have them be healthy. Ironically people staying with their families can be part of the solution though. Young people can then build equity for home ownership but still contribute to the larger family. Even having children in such an environment can work great. The children benefit from the wisdom of grandparents and the young couple gets assistance with the kids. Meanwhile the elders are not only passing on values, but learning from those children too. I got much of my values from my grandmother. This was actually the system most of the world used before WW2. Much of the world still has some of it. The whole "nuclear family" thing is incredibly new. Society has historically used multiple generations to raise children and build stability. Not to mention the larger social structure of the community too. We've lost much of that now. We encourage our kids to move out not long after graduation. And we live in communities where many of us don't even know our neighbors. When we do go out, it's usually in our cars. We go from home to our destination and don't speak to anyone. Not surprising we have an issue with alienation.

[@vecheeto21]

What did you mean by "older folks 'getting' dementia being alone" if you dont mind me asking? Because i have a relative in their late 60's who works abroad and pretty much was alone since covid, now that he came back he's showing some early signs of dementia, was all that time he spent alone a cause to his dementia? Like does loneliness trigger it or something or did you mean something else?

[@Shaolin91z]

Peace in Christ surpasses all understanding. Thanks Lord for bible study class

[@cliffords.8341]

Knowing I'm not the only one that feels lonely at times makes me feel less lonely.

[@justmejenny7986]

I think everyone does at some point in their life. Even surrounded by people; though very rare; I still feel lonely. Have had a lot of loss. Friends and family moved away or passed away. No one that I'm close to anymore. Have my 2 dogs. Thank God for them.

[@Icarus47249fd]

Loneliness happens when you don't feel a part of or is being left out. When you're in a community with people you know, you have a group of friend, you're surrounded by a person you like, and generally progressing toward a goal, you do not feel this loneliness, because you feel apart of something. Loneliness begin to happen when you're surrounded by a group of friends who you do not necessarily fit in with (meaningful connection), or that you're not progressing toward a goal, or lack of romantic partner result in this feeling. It could be on factor or a combination of factors. It's rather normal to feel lonely from time to time when these conditions are not fulfill, but loneliness generally should not be a prolong period of time. This is when it's toxic to your mental health and to your general well being. Edit: to combat loneliness, it's good from time-to-time to go to social setting to meet new friends, you may encounter your future spouse there. It'll give you fulfillment, a purpose, a goal, a sense of belong. If you've made it this far, I just want to let you know I have no idea what I'm talking about but I hopes it helps. 🤡

[@cliffords.8341]

@@justmejenny7986 Luckily I have my 13 year old yellow labrador mix I named Chuck that I rescued from in front of my house in 2011 when he was around 6 moths old and my 11 cat's that are between 7 & 8 years old. Unfortunately I had to have my shitzu mix I named Sophie euthanized on friday 13th 2023 in October that I also rescued from in front of my house in 2012 and she was also around 6 months old, due to intestinal bleeding. Even though I still had Chuck and 11 cat's I felt lonely without Sophie. Even though I live by myself I'm really never alone with my family. Animals really do make better companions than humans do especially relatives.

[@justmejenny7986]

In a year I lost my best friend, my fiancee and my father. It devastated me. I know it's not healthy but I can't handle anymore heartache at the moment. Maybe someday.

[@cliffords.8341]

@@Icarus47249fd I delonelytise (not a real word 😁) myself every day at work with my customers by making jokes with them which 99.9% of the time I get a laugh. Then I come home to my 13 year old yellow labrador mix I named Chuck and 11 cat's that are between 7 & 8 years old so I'm not alone. For me they're better companions than most humans are and will ever be. 😁🧓 Edited: I understood everything you said. I think. 🤔🙄😁🧓

[@Wubby805]

The video is about loneliness, not being alone or in solitude. A lot of the comments are about "wanting" to be alone or in isolation to avoid crowds or to work on our self-improvement. Loneliness is about the desire for companionship or company and not being able to alleviate it.

[@shag813]

Thanks

[@AnnMitt]

Making new friends as adults where you actually do things together and care about each other is nearly impossible. Even if you join a sports league, after the game, everyone goes home and doesn't want to be bothered.

[@Sarahd1021]

People need to feel more comfortable being alone. Get in touch with yourself and make your own self happy. You can’t depend on others for your happiness. ❤💫 I’m alone but never ever feel lonely with just me.

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

Precisely. Every circle begins with its end. Reflection is key. 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge, hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ --Diamond Dragons (series)

[@mollari2261]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="177">2:57</a> Same old canned advice that doesn’t work. Nobody wants to stay in touch except through Social Media. That’s the reason for all the loneliness in the First World.

[@jamescox2822]

All she had to say was get up. Put on grown up clothes and go outside and speak to people face to face the more. You do it the better you're going to be at it. YOUR never going to make a friend. Without meeting them in person, otherwise, they are not a friend....DUH

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

You make friends just by going outside and talking to people? What do you do? Go up to them and say "Wanna be friends?"

[@blainedunlap4242]

@@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu Can't start a fire without a spark.

[@HauntedMushroom96]

The amount of social places to go to seems to have decreased. Clubs are too loud for conversations. Restaurants obviously wont work then theres the gym.

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

@@HauntedMushroom96 gyms are likely full of narcissists. But I could be wrong and/or being too judgemental. But how many people are gonna wanna have conversations or make friends in the gym where their focus is probably gonna be totally on working out and/or looking good?

[@jamescox2822]

@@HauntedMushroom96 Grocery store gas station Taco Bell McDonald's. The bank wherever you pay you Utilities Hell, even At work. Literally every single place where you take a step Outside of your house There is an opportunity to say hello, nice day Isn't it

[@armoriya]

Get a boxer dog, works wonders for loneliness. 🐾

[@osl1677]

The problem is that loneliness doesn't simply mean that one doesn't have any friends and acquaintances (or only online "friends"), although that is of course part of the problem. But one can feel lonely even amidst people, even at a party. And I don't necessarily mean being a wallflower there but even if you have good conversations with other people there. And that is because loneliness can also entail the feeling of "not belonging" or "being unworthy of deeper connections and the affection of others" (e.g. by regarding oneself as "boring", "passive" or similar signs of self-doubt). That's why it may not be enough to simply "put oneself out there" and socialize as much as possible - you may also have to resolve those self-worth issues if you really want to feel integrated. So I guess if you can't be your own best friend and appreciate yourself, then you'll feel always lonely

[@nataliebohay5019]

If you feel lonely, there’s nothing wrong with praying to God for help. Even if you’re angry with God or not religious, take advantage of that no cost “therapy” which as scientific research states is beneficial to you psychologically, mentally and physically.

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

Religion is a disastrous pox. The Universe is all there is, and what is most important is Reflection. Whatever lies beyond the void veil, there ARE scientific clues that mankind could study, follow, and learn more about. But instead, they bury themselves in the terrestrial. It's unfortunate, but humanity has had thousands of years to reinforce its own failings, egos, fallacies, "beliefs", and self-delusions. Intelligent, enlightened beings--scarce as they are--see beyond all of that non-sequitur nonsense. Reflection is key. 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge, hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ --Diamond Dragons (series)

[@kyungshim6483]

The latest Japanese export: hikikomori.

[@ericworiax1277]

Know God,enjoy life at it’s best.

[@jamessullenriot]

Wonder why the algorithm gave me this vid 😂😂

[@djbombba]

Hyper individualism, lack of third places and car centric infrastructure

[@jacqueslee2592]

I rather be in company with pets. You will never feel lonely with a dog.

[@界安]

Any kind of pain can be transferred into energy to help you grow

[@zensoundsarah9209]

loneliness is like a trip to disneyland compared to being around some people, at least in my experience. Too many undesirable folks. People can actually ruin your life. Loneliness is just a quick trip to the park and realize youre not missing out on much.

[@JoJo-cy4tb]

if you have to combat loneliness youve alrdy lost. if you like who you are then embrace it. ppl who are decent and embrace themselves draw in others naturally

[@BrandonMcAdory]

This is very educational for all men and women being alone is okay sometimes we got to get away from a lot of distractions like relationships, big crowds and many more I experience with loneliness since when I was a teenager certain days that I'm okay some of them are not okay I'm focusing on new opportunities like finding myself a future soulmate woman so I will be married possibly in 2026, have my own place coming soon, also pursuing a better career opportunity as well.

[@lambo2655]

I pretty much keep to myself being an introvert. I'm 59, retired don't have many friends not even a BFF. Never had a GF either because I'm also very shy around women. Gave up on the dating scene in my 20's due to constant rejection which just drove me into my shell. The only socializing I do nowadays is with family. I feel alone at times but there's always something to do to take your mind off it.

[@justmejenny7986]

You don't want a relationship? Someone to talk to and do things with? You can work on getting over the shyness. I didn't think I would be alone at this stage in my life. Holidays are a little hard.

[@Shaolin91z]

Never had a gf? Socially awkward. No thanks. Thanks Lord for bible study class Thanks Lord for your peace

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

@@lambo2655 same here pretty much. Never really had a GF. Only once when I was 15 but it lasted like 2 weeks if that. Didn't really spend any time face to face hardly. Since then nothing. The loneliness is tough. I have no desire for people. Just want a woman to spend time with and maybe share my life with.

[@Shaolin91z]

Gotta get out of that social awkwardness...if you're looking for a lady. Good luck.

[@gj2986]

next segment they told the lonely to take boosters

[@Shaolin91z]

Peace in Christ surpasses all understanding. Weekly bible study class replaces loneliness with peace. Thanks Lord for your peace. Thanks Lord for bible study class

[@ericsgotlegs]

But also, going to most places to meet people costs money. While the richest suck more money out of the economy, the rest of us have less money to go out or afford a home big enough to entertain others.

[@gmenezesdea]

Social networks and smartphones have made us sick and addicted.

[@michaeld.williamsiii9026]

Exactly and nothing is ever really done to alleviate this “loneliness” all of these news clips and discussions on loneliness, mental health/suicide ideation etc, and nothing truly being done by the so called experts. To truly combat these concerns issues, or warnings etc…😑

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

You are in charge of what you do with your remaining hours. And since you've so *very* few left, I highly suggest that you consider what is most important during your limited mortal existence. What lies beyond the void veil is your next reality. Here's hoping you prepare for it BEFORE you're forced to slip into that status. Not that anyone will, but... that ain't my problem. 💪😎✌️ Reflection is key. 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge, hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨ --Diamond Dragons (series)

[@the_right_nut_4722]

If you are too lonely you'll end up not feeling alone then you'll never will be alone wink wink 😉

[@gm7304]

Hell NO! I Live alone it's quiet, and I don't have to listen to anyone's crap. People get on my nerves thank goodness I never had children. My goodness I Love my solitude.

[@alimichalkan8046]

Same!❤

[@raymonddee1059]

crazy world

[@denniedollreborn8711]

I think it’s more than 20 percent. I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s close to 50 percent

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

Be rich. If you ain't rich, then you ain't nothin'. Wealth is health, might is right, popularity is currency.

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

Loneliness. What kind of loneliness? Most of the people on this earth probably don't know what real loneliness is. Everywhere i turn everyone got someone. People who NO ONE gives the time of day to are probably pretty rare in comparison.

[@moonshoes11]

Is that a personal observation, or do you have data to back that up?

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

@@moonshoes11 what?

[@Shaolin91z]

😆. Thanks Lord for your peace Thanks Lord for bible study class. Peace in Christ surpasses all understanding

[@moonshoes11]

@@Shaolin91z Does your imaginary friend read the comments on KZbin?

[@Shaolin91z]

​@@moonshoes11whatever he does ...I'm not lonely. Haven't felt loneliness since 2010. Works for me. .... bible study class is a blessing

[@noveltycrusade]

I don't wanna

[@eksbocks9438]

I blame Woodrow Wilson and his assimilation policy. Which basically eroded regional uniqueness in America. And made us blind to quirks in our personality. Websites like TikTok don't help either. It's basically a social media equivalent to junk mail. Which diverts attention towards the phone. And less towards potential friends.

[@eksbocks9438]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="81">1:21</a> It's simple.... They're getting everything, except what they actually need.

[@vv-cv6ud]

I dont know how to react on this news? this is a result of social media addiction . While we have friends online but offline, we are alone & sad

[@Shaolin91z]

Not me. Thanks Lord for bible study class. Bible study class replaces loneliness with peace

[@HKim0072]

I had 2 siblings, but they were 3+ years older than me. I played a lot by myself as a kid. Not ashamed to admit it, but I had a pretty big walk-in closet. I'd spend hours and hours in there. Sometimes, I'd sleep in there. Just silly imagination stuff. It was a good skillset for later in life. Guess that's the difference of being alone and loneliness.

[@Shaolin91z]

So we should sleep in a walk in closet 🤡

[@timothykelly5588]

70's land! a theme park/neighborhood that very accurately recreates those times maybe early 90's land too.but after that nahh

[@dailynews5683]

Aw, KZbin thinks I'm lonely. I'm not, I'm really introverted so I don't get lonely. But thanks for caring algorithm!

[@MichaelDeHaven]

Introverts unite!

[@essbee1641]

I’ve tried reaching out to old friends, they don’t reach back. 🤷

[@unionash1]

Were never real friends

[@perricalamari]

Lonely I’m Mr lonely

[@jaytaylor2312]

Don’t become a crazy cat lady

[@JeffEbe-te2xs]

Get a pet if able to care for one

[@jaughnekow]

Be rich...

[@loganknapp8905]

You could all go to church.

[@Shaolin91z]

Peace in Christ surpasses all understanding. Thanks Lord for bible study class

[@raymonddee1059]

how social media keep them busy 24hr.

[@user-fk8tr5ev8q]

I don't wanna combat loneliness I wanna embrace it 😭😭

[@HopelessAutistic]

I feel like a lonely millennial but others are probably not available for comment because they’re the most emotionally unavailable of the “youth” .

[@valeriabellettinijerves4308]

Where to find quality humans‽

[@DavidRamirez-fi2ev]

Who wants to hang out I’m in Houston Texas

[@erickscherzy1903]

Just get more friends?

[@jaybah836]

Friends don't exist

[@chadsensei-ue6jn]

There's 8 billion people on this planet. You have to be trying really hard to be alone with that much humanity around you.

[@dogood7337]

If you move to another country (another state if you are in the US) in your late 20s early 30s, you will NEVER get integrated into the new country (not by people at work, not by neighbors, etc), nor will you be able to make friends, no matter how many attempts you make. Moreover, if you cannot afford /don't want to travel very frequently to your home country /state, you will gradually lose friends, acquaintances, family. Because they move on with their life and /or also move to another town /country, or have kids, very busy jobs, etc. It's very easy to get extremely lonely, something I could have never imagined 9 years ago.

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

@@chadsensei-ue6jn That seems like an oversimplification. Everyone is automatically friends with everyone?

[@justmejenny7986]

That's got to be really hard. Did you move to the States or did you move to a different country?

[@drunkdonutboy]

Wow....this is a national nightly news item...

[@justmejenny7986]

It's a human interest story. You're not familiar with them?

[@drunkdonutboy]

@justmejenny7986 I'm sorry what? I thought someone was trying to be a smartass...was someone trying to be a smartass?

[@justmejenny7986]

Just you.😜

[@Shaolin91z]

Thanks Lord for your peace

[@drunkdonutboy]

@Shaolin91z once again...my comment seems to have been confused for something else other than what it's actual intention was....

[@pleasesayhi4009]

This is like saying "If you're starving in the desert just go to the grocery store." If we had close relationships we wouldn't be on our devices. It's chicken and the egg.

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

Stacy and Chad could help alot of people combat loneliness. But they don't want to They only want each other when neither one of them will likely ever know what true loneliness is. They could instead be giving the undesirables who need their love their time. But no. You all could literally save someone's life with your love but you won't

[@decemberdarling6058]

🤔 Why do you put that on Stacy and Chad? Why can't "undesirables" help and be with other "undesirables"? It's not Stacy and Chad's fault they were born beautiful and that they click with each other. If people would just date on their own level, there wouldn't be so much loneliness. If you're a 3 date a 3 and stop going for 7s. If your an 8, date and at that level. Trying to date out of one's league only leads to disappointment.

[@whereisjustice5112]

Maybe Buddhism can help.

[@ericinla65]

GO OUTSIDE and talk to people. It's that siimple

[@shiptj01]

It is not that simple. Lol

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

@@ericinla65 upload a video of yourself doing this to show how simple it is. Go up to everyone you meet and "talk" Then upload another video 5 months later or a year or something and let's see if you still have contact with these people beyond the first Hello.

[@peekaboo6622]

Step 1 - don't dwell on it Step 2 - don't watch programs such as this Step 3 - recognize media's marriage to pharma, and their view of citizenry as "free experimental mice".

[@blainedunlap4242]

You can't start a fire without a spark. Go play with matches.

[@dougiefresh195]

Zoomers need to stop being afraid of their own shadow, and stop being introverted.

[@dmironyuk]

They say the population is growing enormously, how is lonelyness even a subject being talked about. Think about it; w/the way you people have become, maybe start working on yourselves... "too many bad habits, behaviors & more amongst yourselves"🫤