Sometimes loneliness can signal a disconnection from oneself. Inspired by ‘Bất Hạnh là Một Tài Sản: Một Mình ở Châu Âu’, I wanted to talk about (female) loneliness, the paradox of solitude and connection, and how solitude can be romanticized and embraced.

🔗 Follow Between The Covers

🔗 Notes on Coming Back to Your Self

Chapters

00:00 introduction + catchup

06:05 i was an only child for 10 years

08:00 finding comfort in solo time

11:07 the nature of loneliness

12:30 loneliness in the digital age

14:30 the paradox of solitude and connection

16:00 women feel less lonely than men

21:35 is there any antidote for loneliness?

26:00 finding connection within

27:00 takeaways + conclusion

keywords

loneliness, solitude, self-connection, emotional health, societal perceptions, gender differences, coping strategies, self-love, personal experiences, mental health