Loneliness hurts. And we know it's bad for us, worse than smoking or obesity. Even though a third of us are lonely, we're embarrassed to say so.
So, what would happen if we talked about our loneliness openly? And how can we build more meaningful connections?
This week we have a special episode from our friends at Ladies, We Need To Talk.
Host Yumi Stynes speaks to women who are lonely, one within a marriage and one hoping to find a partner, to understand the toll it can take. Plus, psychologist Dr Bella Ingram shares tips on how we can insulate ourselves from the chill of being lonely.
More information:
Ending Loneliness Report
Resources:
Beyond Blue
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