Hi Sophie,

Learning something can also really help with loneliness. It helps fill the lonely hours, and you forget about yourself as you are learning the new skill. I might suggest learning a new language.

Also, focusing on the progress you are making on becoming the person you want to become can also help with loneliness. Decide who you want to become and move a little closer toward that person each day. Create a list of goals, then choose one, create a list of steps, and then try to complete a step each day.

I found that finding ways to help other people helps make me feel less lonely. At the end of the day you can reflect on all the good you caused instead of what is missing.