
How to Overcome Loneliness Through Personal Growth
One of the most underexplored paths to overcoming loneliness lies not in our social calendars, but in personal growth- — but I believe it may be the most lasting one. In recent years, loneliness has emerged as a widespread global concern, with major surveys showing that a significant share of people report feeling lonelier, even as modern life becomes more connected on the surface. 2018Our World in Data’ notes that the share of adults living alone has risen in many countries, and in some places it now accounts for nearly half of households. The WHO says loneliness affects around 1 in 6 people worldwide.




