How Do You Comfort A Lonely Person?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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  1. First, validate their feelings. …
  2. Then, ask a question that helps invite reflection. …
  3. Utilize the two A’s—affirm and ask—to see how you can help. …
  4. Encourage them to reach out when they’re feeling down. …
  5. Make a plan with them to do something fun digitally.

How do you make someone not feel lonely?

  1. First, validate their feelings. …
  2. Then, ask a question that helps invite reflection. …
  3. Utilize the two A’s—affirm and ask—to see how you can help. …
  4. Encourage them to reach out when they’re feeling down. …
  5. Make a plan with them to do something fun digitally.

How do you cheer up a lonely person?

  1. Let your friend or family member know that you are thinking about them. …
  2. Let them talk and vent. …
  3. Give them a hug. …
  4. Take them out. …
  5. Play. …
  6. Ask what they need.

What should a person do when he feels lonely?

  • Admit you’re lonely. …
  • Remind yourself it’s not just you. …
  • Be realistic. …
  • Don’t deny or distance. …
  • Write down positive memories. …
  • Go for a walk. …
  • Pick up the phone. …
  • Talk to a mental health professional.

What to say to someone who is feeling lonely?

  • “Are you feeling lonely?” …
  • “Would you like some company?” …
  • “When you feel like talking, I’d love to listen.” …
  • “You can always be honest with me about what you need when you feel lonely.” …
  • “Please join us when you’re ready.

What should you not say to a lonely person?

  • “You just need to go out more and meet more people.” …
  • “You just need more confidence.” …
  • “You’ll stop being lonely when you meet your other half.” …
  • “You should join a meet-up group or do more of what you love.”

How do you make someone feel better?

  1. Ask Them If They Want Help. …
  2. Simply Be There for Them. …
  3. Take On a Creative Project Together. …
  4. Leave Your Friend a Handwritten Note. …
  5. Swing the Blues Away. …
  6. Go Get Some Ice Cream. …
  7. Do Whatever They Want to Do. …
  8. Volunteer Together.

Why do I feel lonely when I am not alone?

A recent study published in Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology sheds some light what makes a person feel lonely. In sum, they suggest that

loneliness has to do with the quality of one’s relationships as opposed to the number of people in one’s life

, per se.

How can I be happy alone?


Some people are naturally happy alone

. But for others, being solo is a challenge. If you fall into the latter group, there are ways to become more comfortable with being alone (yes, even if you’re a hardcore extrovert).

How do I make her feel less lonely?

  1. Leave Voice Notes. Ashley Batz/Bustle. …
  2. Get A Couple’s App. …
  3. Send Care Packages. …
  4. Leave Surprises When You Visit. …
  5. Treat Them With Their Favorite Meal. …
  6. Send Flowers. …
  7. Keep Making Future Plans. …
  8. Tag Them In Social Media Posts.

How do you know if you’re lonely?

  1. Inability to connect with others on a deeper, more intimate level. …
  2. No close or “best” friends. …
  3. Overwhelming feeling of isolation regardless of where you are and who’s around. …
  4. Negative feelings of self-doubt and self-worth.

How can you tell if a guy is lonely?

  • They spend a lot of time alone. We’ll start with the most obvious one. …
  • They are unproductive. …
  • They get stuck on the negatives. …
  • They seem to be sick or ill frequently. …
  • They seem overly attached to their possessions or hobbies. …
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Is it bad to say your lonely?

It’s obviously not a fun feeling to have, but there isn’t anything intrinsically wrong or shameful about being lonely. …

You can never be totally sure

, but if the person you want to tell about your loneliness is fairly likely to understand, then that’s one more reason to let them know.

What can you say to make someone feel better?

  1. “Whenever you need to call, I’m here.” …
  2. “I wish I could be there right now.” …
  3. “You’re still in my thoughts. …
  4. “Your family is lucky to have you through all this.” …
  5. “Maybe I can’t be there, but there’s definitely something I can do. …
  6. “Hey, get well soon. …
  7. “You’re doing a great job with a major responsibility.

How do you make someone smile in words?

  1. 1 Compliment them geniunely.
  2. 2 Crack a few jokes to make them laugh.
  3. 3 Give some words of encouragement.
  4. 4 Express your gratitude.
  5. 5 Offer words of support.
  6. 6 Share that you thought about them recently.
  7. 7 Ask them if they need anything.
  8. 8 Say that you miss them if they live far away.
Maria LaPaige
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Maria LaPaige
Maria is a parenting expert and mother of three. She has written several books on parenting and child development, and has been featured in various parenting magazines. Maria's practical approach to family life has helped many parents navigate the ups and downs of raising children.