We Met At Acme The Loneliness Between Life Stages
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Nov 9, 2025 Explore the intriguing dynamics of loneliness as we navigate life stages from post-college to parenthood. Discover the emotional void many face after graduating and the isolation of living at home. Dive into the challenges of shifting relationships in your mid-20s and how they affect social dynamics. Hear tips on dating around the holidays, including boundary-setting and texting habits. Finally, learn how to build community as a new parent and understand the health risks of chronic loneliness.
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Loneliness Follows Life Transitions
- Loneliness ebbs and flows across life stages and often peaks after major transitions like college or parenthood.
- Social media amplifies this by showing curated togetherness that fuels FOMO and perceived exclusion.
The Post-College Splinter Era
- Lindsey describes post-college as a 'splinter era' where proximity and structure vanish overnight.
- She recounts moving back with parents and feeling isolated while friends had apartments and jobs.
Use Therapy To Stabilize After Transitions
- Start therapy to reframe anxious thoughts and rebuild internal stability after major life shifts.
- Invest in mental health early when loneliness spirals rather than relying on avoidance behaviors.