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Jul 2024
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3257: Are You Lonely by Krista O'Reilly-...

Justin Malik
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Episode 3257:

Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui reflects on her experiences with loneliness as an introvert. She discusses how loneliness often stems from inner grief rather than a lack of social interaction, emphasizing the importance of embracing solitude and finding personal connections that are meaningful.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/are-you-lonely/

Quotes to ponder:

"Loneliness for me is less about needing people and more about grief, a call to do some inner work."

"Being busy or sitting in a crowd is not the antidote to lonely, although it might offer a temporary distraction."

"Joyful living is not the absence of pain or struggle. It is a choice. A decision to step out despite the struggle."

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