
About this episode
In this episode, Brett Kistler and Joe Hudson dive into the epidemic of loneliness and its impact on our lives. They explore the roots of loneliness, how it differs from solitude, and why shame and self-perception often amplify the experience. They explore how to transform loneliness into deeper self-connection and meaningful relationships with others.
Join them as they discuss:
- How loneliness, solitude, and isolation differ
- The connection between loneliness and shame
- Childhood roots of loneliness and insecure attachment styles
- The role of society, mobility, and social media in shaping loneliness today
- Practical ways to reconnect with yourself and with others
- How VIEW is an antidote to loneliness
- Experiments and practical guidance for addressing loneliness
Resources:
Shame podcast: https://www.artofaccomplishment.com/podcast/the-anatomy-of-shame-emotion-series-8-2
The Connection Course: https://www.artofaccomplishment.com/course/the-connection-course
Experiments: https://www.artofaccomplishment.com/experiments
Relevant research:
Surgeon General: Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation
How people think about being alone shapes their experience of loneliness
Mental health and loneliness: the relationship across life stages
Loneliness, community, and nature
Psychology Today: Why Am I So Lonely?
The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Feeling Lonely
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