In this episode, we get real about loneliness — not as something shameful or dramatic, but as a universal human experience you don’t need to run from. I break down four practical ways to understand and manage your loneliness without making it a reflection of your worth.

First, we talk about accepting loneliness as a normal part of being human, not evidence that you’re unlovable or failing. Then we move into noticing patterns — writing down the moments you feel most lonely so you can understand what triggers it instead of getting blindsided by it.

We also explore identifying what exactly hits you the hardest about being alone: is it the silence, the empty house, the nights, the lack of physical presence? And finally, we talk about creating small, realistic solutions that soften those moments — whether it’s getting a pet so you come home to a presence, changing your routine, or even using simple comforts like a teddy bear to make your space feel less empty.

This episode isn’t about fixing loneliness overnight. It’s about making it something you can understand, manage, and carry without losing yourself in it.