Mind If We Talk? How to Deal with Loneliness and Build Meaningful Connections
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Jul 3, 2025 
Case Kenny, a writer and host of New Mindset, Who Dis?, and Monica Jung, founder of The Oneliness Project, dive into the often-overlooked lessons of loneliness. They discuss reframing loneliness as a tool for self-discovery rather than a flaw. Case shares his journey of emotional disconnection while climbing the corporate ladder, encouraging men to ask deeper questions. Monica highlights the need for community spaces that foster genuine connection amid modern disconnection. Together, they offer insights on embracing loneliness for personal growth and building meaningful relationships.
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Loneliness as a Signal
- Loneliness is part of the human condition and a signal to listen to, not a fault to fix.
- Listening to loneliness helps reconnect us to ourselves and a better version of who we are.
Sensitivity Leads to Connection
- Case Kenney shared how his sensitivity was initially seen as a disconnect causing loneliness.
- Embracing his emotional awareness became the way to genuine connection rather than something to dismiss.
Emotional Regulation: Use STOP
- Use the STOP technique: Stop, Take a breath, Observe your emotions and triggers, Proceed mindfully.
- This helps regulate emotions and better understand the situations causing discomfort or loneliness.