5 Ways I Beat the Loneliness

Going from being in a couple, to being single is one of the hardest things. I smile as I remember those nights when I just wished that I had some time for myself, or he was irritating me for some silly reason. Now I have that time, I miss those irritating habits

Here are 5 ways that I try and beat the loneliness however, I would love your ideas

1. I read 2 books a week. I don’t read novels as they are too emotional for me. I read books that help me develop or historical accounts
2. I have joined the local community group. I like the fact that I am giving something back, and also occupying my mind at the same time.
3. I love the internet, developed on line friends via Twitter, Facebook and also through podcasting. I have another blog called The Engaging Brand which is my way of keeping Dad’s memory alive – he believed in the potential of people and the blog gives thoughts on how to motivate, inspire and engage people at work. If you have ever wondered what my voice is like, check out the podcast - here is a link to one about how the brain works part 1 and part 2 
4. I ensure that I visit one friend or one family member each weekend. I can guarantee, I always wish that I hadn’t arranged it, never want to go…yet when I get back, after forcing myself to go, then I always feel better.
5. I try as much as possible not to use the car. I walk or get public transport as much as possible. This is for 2 reasons – one for my exercise, two to ensure that I am out amongst people. I went through a stage of being a hermit, I realised that I was getting used to not being with people, which cannot be good for you. So my first step was to not use the car as a way of easing myself back into society – and I have kept it going.

What do you do ?

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