The Psychology of Loneliness: Why You're Lonely and What to Do About It
[Even being around others with shared interests might make one feel lonely because values are different. Sharing values can outweigh connections based on shared interests")
[Keeping oneself busy to avoid their own thoughts; intellectualizing emotions, trying to 'fix' emotions instead of understanding them can create self-disconnection, making one feel lonely in their own body.]
[Chronic business can keep your connections shallow and not leave enough space to cultivate more meaningful connections.]
[Make a list of your three happiest days. Recall as many details as possible. Try to list common patterns between these days. Pick an activity that seems most appealing and list people that would also enjoy it.]
[Describing your emotion as 'stressed' or 'tired' is avoiding the actual emotion.]