In this episode, we talk honestly about something so many of us feel but almost never say out loud: loneliness. It's crazy how life can look so full from the outside… so many people, so much activity… and yet on the inside, we feel completely empty.

We've gotten really good at giving the illusion that everything's great, even when it's not. But that gap between what we show and what's actually real? It's exhausting! And it's taking a toll on so many of us. Loneliness can affect us mentally, spiritually, and even physically.

But hear this: God never intended for you to walk through life by yourself. From the very beginning, He hardwired us for close friendships. Deep, honest, life-giving friendships.

In this conversation, we talk about how to move past the surface, how to admit when we're lonely, and how to start pursuing the kind of real connection our souls are craving.

21 MUST FOLLOWS:

Pastors

1. Noah Herrin - @noahherrin

2. Megan Fate Marshman - @meganfate

3. Jonathon Pokluda - @jpokluda

World Events

1. Carlos Whittaker - @loswhit

2. Sharon McMahon - @sharonsaysso

3. Rich Villodas - @richvillodas

4. Sharon Hodde Miller - @sharonhmiller

Therapy/Knowing Yourself

1. Jason VanRuler - @jason.vanruler

2. Mike Foster - @mikefoster2000

3. Carl Lentz - @carllentz

Goals and Outlook

1. Carey Nieuwhof - @careynieuwhof

2. Jon Acuff - @jonacuff

3. Jon Gordon - @jongordon11

4. Ethan Bernard - @ethanbenard

Nonprofits I love

1. God behind bars - @godbehindbars

2. IJM - @ijm

3. Convoy of Hope - @convoyofhope

Joy

1. Jimmy Darts - @jimmydarts

2. Cam Bynum - @cambeezy_24

3. Gabe Dannenbring - @gabedannenbring

Style/Fashion

1. Joe Burrow - @joeyb_9

Thanks to our amazing partners on this episode:

International Justice Mission is a global nonprofit working to end slavery and violence around the world, taking special care of survivors from the moment they're rescued all the way through their healing and restoration. To learn more and support their mission, visit ijm.org

Vern Eide Motorcars is a growing employee-owned company that offers sales, service, and financing of automotive, motorcycle, and power sports lines, including Acura, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Honda, Hyundai and Mitsubishi brands. Whether you live locally or across the country, visit verneide.com

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