How to Age Up

How to Build a Happy Life: Know You're Lonely

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Oct 12, 2021
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INSIGHT

Loneliness Is Subjective

  • Loneliness is subjective and not about the number of people around you.
  • Even socially surrounded people like physicians often feel lonely due to lack of quality connections.
ADVICE

Combat Loneliness With Connection

  • Assume anyone near you might be lonely and take time to check in genuinely.
  • Even brief, quality interactions can significantly alleviate loneliness.
INSIGHT

Loneliness Harms Physical Health

  • Loneliness triggers stress and chronic inflammation harming health deeply.
  • It increases risks for premature death, heart disease, dementia, depression, and more.
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