What Loneliness does to our brain... Loneliness is not the same as wanting a solitary life. Loneliness makes cognitive decline happen faster, increases the sensitivity to dementia & early death, can increase depression, anxiety & negative emotions & affect motivation and stress responsiveness.

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💗 That feeling when you're in a room full of people… yet feel completely alone? Or the nights when the quiet just amplifies everything you're holding inside? You're not broken for feeling this way. You're human. Remember: there's always a gentle space waiting. If you need someone to talk to, to share the load, or to find a little light again: I'm here. Link in bio 🌿
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One of several stories many of you shared with us earlier

I can't believe how common these are, having no one show up for you

Do you have a story? 🫵

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Feeling really frustrated and overwhelmed lately. The job hunt has been tough, and dealing with the lack of protections for medical cannabis just adds to the stress. It’s hard to stay motivated when I’m constantly exhausted and feeling like I’m not good enough. The loneliness in this struggle is real, and it’s taking a toll on me.

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