Loneliness
Loneliness, breaking news, photos, comments, social media posts on this topic.
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Life
Craving physical contact? An expert has this advice for anyone feeling frustrated
New research shows just how important touch is for our wellbeing.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Opinion
The elderly aren’t expendable, so why do we talk about Covid as if they are?
“We shouldn’t expect our grandparents to lock themselves away so we can have an extra pint.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Life
Dealing with FOMO when you’re not ready to get ‘back to normal’
Because wanting to take things slowly can leave you feeling left out.
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- Lauren Geall
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Careers
We need to talk about loneliness while working from home
According to new research, almost half of UK workers have felt socially isolated during the pandemic.
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- Lauren Geall
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- Lauren Geall
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What do the latest lockdown rules mean for couples living separately?
A number of changes to the lockdown restrictions came into place yesterday.
Life
“Am I the only one who feels more isolated now that lockdown is lifting?”
Is anyone else feeling incredibly bored and lonely right now?
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Podcasts
10 of the most comforting podcasts to listen to if you feel lonely
Loneliness affects us all. Whether you need some company in the middle of the night or to know you're not alone in grief, find a comforting podcast here.
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- Jess Denham
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Life
It’s OK to admit that you’re feeling lonely. In fact, it might help
The UK’s minister for loneliness Baroness Diana Barran explains why talking about loneliness is more important than ever.
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- Lauren Geall
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Opinion
“I've started to dread the weekend – I feel so aimless in lockdown”
One writer says work is the only thing keeping her company right now.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Life
Exclusive: Emily Atack explains the problem with being called ‘lonely’ in lockdown
She talks to Stylist about the reality of being single during the pandemic.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Life
Feeling lonely? Here’s how to tell when you’re struggling (and what you can do about it)
Because being isolated from your loved ones is difficult.
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- Lauren Geall
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- Sarah Biddlecombe
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Feeling lonely? Here’s how to beat the 4 types of loneliness
Over nine million Brits say they feel lonely. Here, an expert shares her advice.
Opinion
Single in quarantine: “I can’t remember the last time I hugged somebody”
One writer shares the realities of being single during the coronavirus pandemic.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Life
The Corona Arms is a virtual pub where all are welcome and the drinks are free (well, sort of)
Come join in the fun and games to keep those lonely feelings at bay.
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- Anna Brech
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Opinion
Social distancing: “Why I’ve muted my WhatsApp groups to protect my mental health”
Anyone else getting 104 notifications a day?
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- Hollie Richardson
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Books
27 comforting books to stop you feeling lonely
“This book is the equivalent of a cosy light in the window welcoming me in.”
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- Sarah Biddlecombe
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Life
“Self-isolating is helping my friendships in these surprising little ways”
I’m certain that each and every little pick-me-up message is what’s going to get us through this...
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- Hollie Richardson
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Long Reads
This is the (actual) reality of working for yourself
There are nearly 3 million #digitalnomad posts on Instagram, but it's not all coconuts and sunsets...
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- Elly Earls
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- Lauren Geall
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Advice on how to deal with loneliness, from elderly people who know
“If you're feeling lonely then go out and do something for somebody else…that's proactive.”
Life
This heartwarming Twitter campaign is helping people beat loneliness at Christmas
Sarah Millican's #JoinIn campaign has connected thousands of people in need over the festive period.
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- Christobel Hastings
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