Cope with the challenges of feeling isolated with this overcoming loneliness guided imagery exercise. Use cognitive behavioural techniques to change thoughts and feelings to overcome loneliness.

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A word of caution: This exercise involves experiencing and acknowledging emotions. If you have been in distress lately, or have experienced depression or other illness, trauma or loss, it can be helpful to seek support when working through your emotions. Please see the links below for information about where to access confidential support.

Resources in the US

• https://thelifelinecanada.ca/help/crisis-centres/united-states-national-suicide-prevention-hotline/
• https://nami.org/help
  • The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 am–6 pm, ET.
  • 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or [email protected]

Resources in Canada

• https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html
• https://thelifelinecanada.ca/help/crisis-centres/canadian-crisis-centres/

International crisis centres information

• https://thelifelinecanada.ca/help/crisis-centres/international-crisis-centres/