Leaving Loneliness Behind: Creating Connections in 2024

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Watch 10 Places to Meet New People Here: https://youtu.be/-XX9WRLZdOg Loneliness has become a pervasive issue, affecting 51% of adults and prompting the U.S. Surgeon General to liken its health impact to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Cassandra shares a personal journey of increased loneliness since moving in 2020, attributing societal shifts, including the normalization of solo activities, and heightened remote work as contributing factors. Despite these challenges, there's a silver lining as more people openly admit to feeling lonely, marking the first step towards positive change. In 2024, Cassandra encourages viewers to take actionable steps to address loneliness, sharing lessons learned about making genuine efforts without forcing connections and acknowledging that not everyone will be a perfect match for friendship. To combat loneliness, Cassandra suggests practical measures like joining groups or associations, citing personal examples such as participating in Weight Watchers. Additionally, intentional Zoom chats with distant acquaintances and incorporating small, regular social interactions into daily life are highlighted. Cassandra underscores the importance of understanding rejection as a part of the process and encourages viewers to seize opportunities to connect, fostering conversations, and building a sense of community in the coming year. #loneliness #makingconnections #onehello Kati Morton’s Reel on Trying Friendships: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1mgI6lOjHQ/?igsh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ==