Podcasts about Loneliness

Let's get honest for a second. Porn addiction isn't really about sex. It's about connection… about loneliness, shame, and the ache to feel close to something when life feels empty or overwhelming. My guest for this episode, Sathiya Sam, knows that pain deeply. After a 15-year struggle with porn addiction, he rebuilt his life and now helps others do the same through his Deep Clean program - a compassionate, science-meets-spirituality approach that helps people stop using porn and start building real connection again. We're talking about what really drives addiction, the role of purpose and community in recovery, how to protect kids in this new digital world, and what AI “relationships” mean for the future of intimacy. It's a deep, human conversation about healing, hope, and the real work of reclaiming yourself. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Porn Addiction Is About Connection, Not Willpower 01:17 Sathiya Sam's Recovery Story and Deep Clean Method 07:21 Purpose, Boredom, and the Root Causes of Porn Use 13:44 Protecting Kids From Early Exposure 18:24 AI, Loneliness, and Synthetic Intimacy 30:11 Healing Through Community and Real Connection 34:32 Why Your Partner Shouldn't Be Your Accountability Partner 39:34 First Steps to Quit Porn for Good Sometimes the hardest part is admitting you need a little help, and the bravest thing you can do is take that first step. If you're ready to start your own growth and healing journey, you can get support from Sathiya here: https://www.sathiyasam.com/growing-self. Let them know Dr. Lisa sent you! ❤️ You don't have to carry this by yourself. Real change is possible… and it starts with connection. xoxo, Dr. Lisa Marie BobbyGrowing Self P.S. I'd also love to hear what resonated for you or what ideas you'd like me to explore next. Let's keep the conversation going!

Have you ever felt lonely in leadership? Maybe you've had to make a hard decision, enforce a rule, or draw a boundary that ruffled some feathers. In this episode we're talking about what to do when leadership feels heavy — and how to stay connected, confident, and grounded even when it costs you something.  Next Steps:  Schedule a coaching call:  https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/   Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066 Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community.  https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/ Episode 62 - Learn Effective Communication Through Crucial Conversations - Book Review

In today's devotional, Dr. Michael A. Youssef calls us to cling to the love of Christ that meets us in our loneliness of sorrow and pride.This devotional is adapted from MY Journal, Leading The Way's monthly devotional magazine. Sign up now for a free six-month subscription to MY Journal—Dr. Youssef's gift to you.If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon The Cure to Loneliness, The Loneliness of Sorrow and Stubbornness: LISTEN NOWFOR YOUR GIFT OF ANY AMOUNTFor those who feel battle-worn—disheartened by society's moral decline, burdened for their children and grandchildren, weary from fighting the same battles—Dr. Michael A. Youssef's NEW book Winning the Invisible Waroffers timely hope. Speaking directly to those wondering if evil is winning, Dr. Youssef assures us although the war isn't over, victory is already secured in Christ. With Biblical clarity and pastoral compassion, he reminds readers that we can stand strong—not in our own strength, but in the strength of the Lord. Pre-order your copy today for your gift of any amount!*Offer valid in US, UK, and Canada through November 10, 2025.

Amy and Margaret discuss two new studies on boys and their lives online—in social media and gaming—and how today's digital culture shapes boys' mental health, relationships, and ideas about their bodies and about masculinity. We discuss why gaming fills social and emotional needs for many boys, why the time spent may be of more concern than the content, and how parents can stay involved without over-policing. You'll learn practical ways to become an “ask-able” parent, set boundaries, and how to know whether their time spent online is more harmful than helpful. Here are links to some of the resources mentioned in the episode: Gottfried, Jeffrey & Sidoti, Olivia for Pew Research Center: ⁠⁠Teens and Video Games Today⁠⁠ Clair Cain Miller & Amy Fan for the NYT: ⁠⁠“How Video Games Are Shaping a Generation of Boys, for Better and Worse”⁠⁠ Oxford Internet Institute: ⁠⁠“Violent Video Games Found Not to Be Associated with Adolescent Aggression⁠⁠ Boston Children's Digital Wellness Lab: ⁠⁠Pulse Survey: Digital Gaming and Social Interaction⁠⁠ Claire Cain Miller for the NYT: ⁠⁠It's Not Just a Feeling: Data Shows Boys and Young Men Are Falling Behind⁠⁠ Federica Pallavicini et. al for Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking: ⁠⁠The Effects of Playing Video Games on Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Loneliness, and Gaming Disorder During the Early Stages of the COVID-19 Pandemic: PRISMA Systematic Review⁠⁠ Wenliang Su et. al for Computers in Human Behavior: ⁠⁠Do men become addicted to internet gaming and women to social media? A meta-analysis examining gender-related differences in specific internet addiction⁠⁠ Kirk M. Welker for JAMA: ⁠⁠Video Games—Cognitive Help or Hindrance?⁠⁠ Kara Alaimo for CNN Health: ⁠⁠What your teenage son is really seeing on social media, according to new survey⁠⁠ Common Sense Media: ⁠⁠⁠Boys & Gaming: What Parents Need to Know⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Fresh Take: Jean Twenge⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why Kids Get Obsessed—And Why It's a Good Thing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Laura Vanderkam's time-tracking spreadsheet⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter to get monthly recs/goodies from us! ⁠⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at ⁠www.monarchmoney.com/FRESH Ready to raise money-smart kids? Start now with your first month FREE at acornsearly.com/FRESH! Head to GigSalad.com and book some awesome talent for your next party, and let them know that What Fresh Hell sent you. boys and social media, boys and gaming, boys mental health, digital culture and masculinity, parenting boys online, raising boys in the digital age, video games and boys, healthy screen time for kids, social media effects on boys, parenting advice for tweens and teens, online friendships and gaming, emotional development in boys, helping boys navigate technology, positive masculinity, how to talk to kids about gaming, setting digital boundaries, boys body image online, supporting boys' wellbeing, parenting in the digital world, tech and teen mental health, What Fresh Hell podcast, mom friends, funny moms, parenting advice, parenting experts, parenting tips, mothers, families, parenting skills, parenting strategies, parenting styles, busy moms, self-help for moms, manage kid's behavior, teenager, tween, child development, family activities, family fun, parent child relationship, decluttering, kid-friendly, invisible workload, default parent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leadership, especially in ministry, can be lonely.  In this conversation, I got to sit down in person with pastor, bestselling author, and leadership expert, Carey Nieuwhof. We were surrounded by a room full of pastors and ministry leaders to talk about what it really looks like to lead well without losing your soul. We talk about the difference between real friendships and deal friendships, how to spot false intimacy, and why real connection matters more than ever. At the end, you'll also hear some honest questions from the room. The kind every leader wrestles with but rarely says out loud. It's a real, hope-filled conversation for anyone who leads, loves the church, or just wants to follow Jesus well between your Sundays.  Subscribe to The Conversation on YouTube and watch the full interview with Carey: youtube.com/@adamaweber  Sign up for The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew     Thanks to our amazing partners on this episode:  First Interstate Bank has a mission to help people and their money work better together. They do this by ensuring clients can manage their money conveniently wherever they are while also providing the friendly service. They have over 300 locations throughout 14 states! For more information and to find a location near you, visit firstinterstatebank.com Vern Eide Motorcars is a growing employee-owned company that offers sales, service, and financing of automotive, motorcycle, and power sports lines, including Acura, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Honda, Hyundai and Mitsubishi brands. Whether you live locally or across the country, visit verneide.com      

Living alone may be difficult, but what about dying alone? Physicians and nurses are the new priests accompanying people as they face death. But the experience of nursing homes, assisted living, and palliative wards are often some of the loneliest spaces in human culture.“He said, ‘Someone finally saw me. I've been in this hospital for 20 years and I didn't think anyone ever saw me.'”This episode is part 5 of a series, SOLO, which explores the theological, moral, and psychological dimensions of loneliness, solitude, and being alone.In this episode, Columbia physician and medical ethicist Lydia Dugdale joins Macie Bridge to reflect on loneliness, solitude, and what it means to die—and live—well. Drawing from her clinical work in New York City and the years of research and experience that went into her book The Lost Art of Dying, Dugdale exposes a crisis of unrepresented patients dying alone, the loss of communal care, and medicine's discomfort with mortality.She recalls the medieval Ars Moriendi tradition, where dying was intentionally communal, and explores how virtue and community sustain a good death. Together they discuss solitude as restorative rather than fearful, loneliness as a modern epidemic, and the sacred responsibility of seeing one another deeply. With stories from her patients and her own reflections on family, COVID isolation, and faith, Dugdale illuminates how medicine, mortality, and moral imagination converge on one truth: to die well, we must learn to live well … together.Helpful Links and ResourcesThe Lost Art of Dying: Reviving Forgotten Wisdom by Lydia S. DugdalePew Research Center Study on Loneliness (2025)Harvard Study of Adult Development on LonelinessEpisode Highlights“If you want to die well, you have to live well.”“Community doesn't appear out of nowhere at the bedside.”“He said, ‘Someone finally saw me. I've been in this hospital for 20 years and I didn't think anyone ever saw me.'”“We are social creatures. Human beings are meant to be in relationship.”“Solitude, just like rest or Sabbath, is something all of us need.”About Lydia DugdaleLydia S. Dugdale, MD, MAR is a physician and medical ethicist at Columbia University, where she serves as Professor of Medicine and Director of the Center for Clinical Medical Ethics. She is the author of The Lost Art of Dying: Reviving Forgotten Wisdom and a leading voice on virtue ethics, mortality, and human flourishing in medicine.Show NotesLoneliness, Solitude, and the CityNew York's “unrepresented” patients—those who have no one to make decisions for them.The phenomenon of people “surrounded but unseen” in urban life.“I have a loving family … but I never see them.”Medicine and the PandemicLoneliness intensified during COVID-19: patients dying alone under strict hospital restrictions.Dugdale's reflections on balancing social responsibility with human connection.“We are social creatures. Human beings are meant to be in relationship.”Technology, Fear, and the Online Shadow CommunityPost-pandemic isolation worsened by online echo chambers.One in five adults reports loneliness—back to pre-pandemic levels.The Lost Art of DyingMedieval Ars Moriendi: learning to die well by living well.Virtue and community as the foundation for a good death.“If you don't want to die an impatient, bitter, despairing old fool, then you need to practice hope and patience and joy.”Modern Medicine's Fear of DeathPhysicians unpracticed—and afraid—to talk about mortality.“Doctors themselves are afraid to talk about death.”How palliative care both helps and distances doctors from mortality.Community and MortalityThe man who reconnected with his estranged children after reading The Lost Art of Dying.“He said, ‘I want my kids there when I die.'”Living well so that dying isn't lonely.Programs of Connection and the Body of ChristVolunteer models, day programs, and mutual care as small restorations of community.“The more we commit to others, the more others commit back to us.”Solitude and the Human SpiritDistinguishing solitude, loneliness, and social isolation.Solitude as restorative and necessary: “All of us need solitude. It's a kind of rest.”The contemplative life as vital for engagement with the world.Death, Autonomy, and CommunityThe limits of “my death, my choice.”The communal role in death: “We should have folks at our deathbeds.”Medieval parish customs of accompanying the dying.Seeing and Being SeenA patient long thought impossible to care for says, “Someone finally saw me.”Seeing others deeply as moral and spiritual work.“How can we see each other and connect in a meaningful way?”Production NotesThis podcast featured Lydia DugdaleInterview by Macie BridgeEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaProduction Assistance by Alexa Rollow, Emily Brookfield, and Hope ChunA Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

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In today's devotional, Dr. Michael A. Youssef identifies how Jesus can transform our seasons of loneliness due to service and self-pity.This devotional is adapted from MY Journal, Leading The Way's monthly devotional magazine. Sign up now for a free six-month subscription to MY Journal—Dr. Youssef's gift to you.If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon The Cure to Loneliness, The Loneliness of Service and Self-Pity: LISTEN NOWFOR YOUR GIFT OF ANY AMOUNTFor those who feel battle-worn—disheartened by society's moral decline, burdened for their children and grandchildren, weary from fighting the same battles—Dr. Michael A. Youssef's NEW book Winning the Invisible Waroffers timely hope. Speaking directly to those wondering if evil is winning, Dr. Youssef assures us although the war isn't over, victory is already secured in Christ. With Biblical clarity and pastoral compassion, he reminds readers that we can stand strong—not in our own strength, but in the strength of the Lord. Pre-order your copy today for your gift of any amount!*Offer valid in US, UK, and Canada through November 10, 2025.

Today on the podcast I got my good friend Joe Farrell here with me and we're talking loneliness. We discuss what the true problem might be when we are feeling lonely, how things like social media and modern living have exacerbated this issue, and how we can get back to connection and community…all while having a pretty darn good time.FREE 30 Minute Coaching CallIf you're in a rut, want to change your self worth, lack confidence, or feel unsure about your future, schedule a free coaching call with me. I promise it will change your life. (https://calendly.com/calebpricecoaching/30min)Did you like this episode?Be sure to leave a review of what you liked about this episode. And if you want to learn more about me and get inspired throughout your week, be sure to follow me on Instagram, @calebthecollegecoach (https://www.instagram.com/calebthecollegecoach/)

What does loneliness look like? Does it have a face? Does it always look the same? You and I have the ability to solve someone's loneliness problem at Thanksgiving this year. All around us are people, our neighbors, who don't have anywhere to go for Thanksgiving. They are either too far away from family or don't have family or they've been alienated. Can you imagine being alone at Thanksgiving? It's just a big fat bummer. Look around you. As you leave your neighborhood this morning or drive through your neighborhood this afternoon, think about all the people that you know. Are any of them going to be alone at Thanksgiving? As you walk between the cubicles or sit down for lunch, are any of those people going to be alone at Thanksgiving? Solve loneliness today by inviting a neighbor for Thanksgiving. 

On today's LEADING THE WAY, a reminder that there is a biblical remedy for times when self-pity presses in. Join pastor and author, Dr. Michael Youssef for his powerful series, THE CURE TO LONELINESS . . . on . . . LEADING THE WAY! (Numbers 11; 1 Kings 19) Support the show: https://au.ltw.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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TakeawaysThere were periods in my life where I was deeply alone.I associated people with trauma and was deeply afraid of people.I transcended that and realized that people can be great medicine.People can also be distractions or toxic.If you choose wisely, it will guide you in the right direction.We are pack animals longing for connection to the group.Listen to the inner instrument to the inner music.Relationships can be complex and multifaceted.Connection is essential for personal growth and healing.Choosing the right people is crucial for well-being.Sound Bites"I was deeply alone and afraid of people.""People can be great medicine.""People can also be distractions or toxic." Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube

The Drunk Guys feel less lonely with beer this week when they read The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai. They feel more sunny after drinking: Hop Duos by Other Half, Can I Get a Witness by Van Ewing Brewing, and ETNYC Proudly Presents The Real Mexican Cake

In this deeply heartfelt and validating episode, guest host Carol Roesler welcomes Lara Rodwell, founder of The Lonely Club and journalist, for an empowering conversation about autism, sensitivity, loneliness, and self-discovery.Lara shares her personal journey through misdiagnosis, the loneliness that often follows, and how self-identifying as a sensitive autistic neurotype became a turning point toward self-acceptance. Together, Carol and Lara explore the challenges women face when they don't fit the outdated models of autism diagnosis, and how finding accurate understanding can feel like a “homecoming.”TakeawaysThe origins and mission of The Lonely Club—creating safe spaces for young neurodivergent people.Lara's experience with misdiagnosis through the NHS and her later validation through Julie Bjelland's autism assessment.The loneliness many sensitive and autistic women experience when their traits are misunderstood.The concept of the sensitive autistic neurotype as defined by Julie Bjelland.Turning perceived “weaknesses” (like sensitivity or introversion) into strengths and creative power.The generational struggle of being told “you're too sensitive.”How external diagnostic criteria often overlook women and non-male expressions of autism.Advocacy for sensitive autistic university students and young adults navigating social challenges.Reframing “lazy” or “avoidant” behaviors as signs of burnout, masking, or perfectionism—not lack of motivation.The importance of self-compassion and self-advocacy in the neurodivergent journey.Lara Rodwell is the founder of The Lonely Club, an online and in-person community designed to reduce loneliness among young neurodivergent adults. Through writing, events, and upcoming sensory-friendly drop-in spaces, Lara provides connection, safety, and belonging for those who often feel unseen. She can be reached at lara@thelonelyclub.co.site.Follow her work:Website & Blog: https://lararodwell.journoportfolio.com/myportfolio/Lara's Post: Why Misdiagnosis Keeps Sensitive Autistic Women Lonely — and How Self-Discovery Changes EverythingCarol Roesler is co-author of the new children's book series, The Adventures of Niko, the Highly Sensitive Dog and co-hosts “Intuitive Parenting” events inside the Sensitive Empowerment Community to support caregivers of sensitive little ones. As a volunteer Children's Librarian leading pre-K through 5th-grade reading groups, she often wished for books with characters that reflected the unique traits of bright, sensitive children. An introverted child, Carol's favorite books were her best friends, inspiring the character Buttercup. Buttercup's passion for research was inspired by Carol's daughter, whose literary explorations discovered the unique, joyful dance of the blue-footed booby. This inspired the wonderfully extroverted character Blueberry. Carol is thrilled to collaborate with Julie in creating characters that celebrate being their authentic, unique selves! You can reach her at ambassador@sensitive-empowerment.com. Get the book at juliebjelland.com/childrens-booksLinks mentioned:The Sensitive Empowerment community⁠Autism Assessments for Adults with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

In today's devotional, Dr. Michael A. Youssef considers two common sources of loneliness: sin and suffering.This devotional is adapted from MY Journal, Leading The Way's monthly devotional magazine. Sign up now for a free six-month subscription to MY Journal—Dr. Youssef's gift to you.If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon The Cure to Loneliness, The Loneliness of Sin and Suffering: LISTEN NOWFOR YOUR GIFT OF ANY AMOUNTFor those who feel battle-worn—disheartened by society's moral decline, burdened for their children and grandchildren, weary from fighting the same battles—Dr. Michael A. Youssef's NEW book Winning the Invisible Waroffers timely hope. Speaking directly to those wondering if evil is winning, Dr. Youssef assures us although the war isn't over, victory is already secured in Christ. With Biblical clarity and pastoral compassion, he reminds readers that we can stand strong—not in our own strength, but in the strength of the Lord. Pre-order your copy today for your gift of any amount!*Offer valid in US, UK, and Canada through November 10, 2025.

Mike Palmer welcomes Carlo Rotella, a professor at Boston College and author of the book What Can I Get Out of This? Teaching and Learning in a Classroom Full of Skeptics. Rotella, who has an academic specialty in the cultures of cities and also writes for magazines like The New York Times Magazine, approaches his classroom as a "scene" much like a boxing gym or a music club, where people practice a craft and hone their "chops". We dive into the book, which captures the spring semester of 2020 and presents a narrative-style look at Rotella's required freshman literature course. He shares his mission: to change his students' initial question from "Can I get out of this?" to "What can I get out of this?" by treating the interpretation of literature as a learnable craft, not "sorcery or bullshit". Rotella explains how this approach requires us to build a strong classroom community, including policies like banning devices and expecting every student to speak at every class meeting. He reveals the effort required to get quiet students to participate, sometimes using techniques like rehearsing answers in office hours—just as a team practices a play. Rotella argues that in a world of AI and "endless number of talking heads" , the classroom remains a vital "haven" where students can build critical skills and practice analytical response to the world.

In this episode of The Sacred Speaks, host Dr. John W. Price sits down with pioneering therapist and author Terry Real, whose decades of work have redefined how we understand men, relationships, and emotional life. Nearly thirty years after the release of his groundbreaking book I Don't Want to Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression, Terry reflects on the evolution of men's inner worlds, the cultural forces that still shape them, and the courageous work required to heal. This conversation moves between the personal and the collective—between the suffering of individual men and the systems that taught them to suffer silently. Together, John and Terry explore how patriarchy has halved both men and women, severing men from their emotional lives, and how healing requires a return to connection, empathy, and embodied relational practice. Through heartfelt stories, clinical insight, and grounded wisdom, Terry calls us toward a new model of masculinity—one rooted not in dominance or disconnection but in courage, accountability, and love. This episode is an invitation to anyone longing to understand the hidden pain of men and the pathways toward relational wholeness. Key Themes -Male depression as a covert epidemic—often masked by addiction, anger, or withdrawal rather than sadness. -How patriarchy teaches men to fear vulnerability and equate worth with production, control, and performance. -The intergenerational inheritance of silence and shame between fathers and sons. -Why true intimacy depends on empathy, humility, and repair—not dominance or emotional avoidance. -The call for a new relational culture that honors interdependence and shared healing. Time Stamps 00:00 – Introduction & framing the conversation 03:00 – Revisiting I Don't Want to Talk About It nearly 30 years later 06:30 – How patriarchy harms men and the women who love them 10:45 – Understanding covert male depression 16:20 – The producer model: when net worth becomes self-worth 22:10 – Loneliness and the erosion of male friendship 29:40 – Family systems, shame, and the father wound 37:15 – Relational Life Therapy: a model for repair 44:00 – Vulnerability as strength 50:30 – Healing through accountability and compassion 58:00 – The future of masculinity and relational wholeness Connect with Terry Real Explore Terry's courses and trainings in Relational Life Therapy (RLT) for both professionals and general audiences:

Join Dr. Michael Youssef on the next LEADING THE WAY AUDIO as he tackles the most destructive pandemic of today, LONELINESS. You're invited to find HOPE in Jesus in the midst of a world where so many of us are living an isolated life! (Various) Support the show: https://au.ltw.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a pretty sure bet that everyone of us has been lonely at some point in our lives. In today's world, loneliness has reached epidemic proportions, especially among our children, teens, and young adults. Shelby Abbott has written a great new book on loneliness... it's causes and cure... and that's what I'm talking about with Shelby, on this episode of Youth Culture Matters.

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How to fix today's epidemic of loneliness? For the New Yorker cartoonist and author Sophie Lucido Johnson, the answer involves both pigeons and polyamory. As she argues in her brand new book, Kin: The Future of Family, Johnson provides the tools to forge kinship in everything from asking for help on a grocery run, to choosing to have roommates later in life to combat loneliness, to living in modern day “mommunes” of single mothers sharing bills and responsibilities. And the pigeons and polyamory? Johnson draws on pigeon behavior—how pair-bonded birds navigate home more successfully than solitary ones—as a metaphor for human interdependence. Her own polyamorous life, detailed in her popular 2018 memoir Many Love, exemplifies her broader argument: that intentional, non-traditional relationship structures can provide a much richer web of connectivity than the isolated nuclear family. So the future of family goes way beyond traditional family. It's pigeons, polyamory and mommunes. * The nuclear family is historically recent and economically failing. Johnson argues the isolated two-parent household is a post-industrial phenomenon—barely 150 years old—that leaves people emotionally and financially overburdened.* Loneliness is deadlier than obesity or alcoholism. Research shows chronic loneliness increases mortality more than smoking 15 cigarettes daily, primarily because isolated people lack support networks to catch health crises early.* Small acts of connection matter as much as close relationships. “Loose ties”—knowing your neighbors' names, chatting at the grocery store—provide significant mental health benefits. Johnson advocates borrowing a bundt pan from a neighbor instead of ordering from Amazon.* Polyamory isn't just about sex—it's about intentional kinship. Johnson's polyamorous practice means cultivating multiple committed relationships with extensive communication, creating a web of support that nuclear families can't provide alone.* We need new language for chosen family. Johnson proposes “kin” for people who are more than friends but outside traditional family structures—roommates, co-parents in “mommunes,” neighbors who share resources—arguing blood ties shouldn't define our primary support networks.* Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 102 is the second in a three-part series on Flower Essences. In this episode Justin and I focus on the emotional heart, exploring how Dr. Edward Bach's remedies help restore connection, empathy, and authenticity. We look into the flowers that speak to loneliness, oversensitivity, and disconnection, and how they guide us back toward balanced, heartfelt living. Dr. Bach viewed emotional healing as a return to our true nature, where we can be open without losing ourselves. These remedies remind us that compassion doesn't require self-sacrifice, that solitude can nourish rather than isolate, and that staying rooted in authenticity allows love and vitality to move freely through every part of life.If you enjoy this episode, stay tuned for Part Three, where we'll explore the final group of remedies and continue the journey through Dr. Bach's 38 essences.You can book a flower essence consultation @ astralmeadow.com IG @astralmeadowsSources & Recommended ReadingBach Flower Remedies: Form and Functionby Julian Barnard (Flower Essence Society, 2002)Bach Flower Therapy: Theory and Practiceby Mechthild Scheffer (Healing Arts Press, 1988)

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Learn more about Paul's work here: https://catholicsports.netSummaryIn this conversation, Nathan Crankfield speaks with Paul Spotts, founder and president of Catholic Sports, about the importance of community in the lives of young adults, particularly within the Catholic faith. They discuss the challenges young adults face in finding belonging and purpose, the evolution of Catholic Sports as a ministry, and the need for churches to adapt to the changing landscape of young adult life. Paul shares insights on dating, relationships, and the structure of Catholic Sports, emphasizing the importance of inviting others into community activities. The conversation concludes with encouragement for young adults to take small commitments in their faith and relationships.Chapters00:00 Introduction04:14 Why So Many Young Adults Are Leaving the Church10:30 Signs of Revival Within the Church17:12 What Really Counts as a “Young Adult”?24:07 The Rise of Roaming (or Rootless) Catholics33:13 The Root Cause of the Loneliness Epidemic38:00 Why We All Need Encouragement to Belong42:25 How Catholic Sports Are Structured52:20 Why Missionaries Need Community Too58:25 Real Dating Advice for Young Adults1:01:30 Where to Find Catholic Sports Near You1:03:03 OutroIf you enjoyed this content, please follow this podcast and find us on your socials! LinkedIn: @seeking-excellenceTikTok: @nathancrankfieldYoutube: @seekingexcellence_Instagram: @seekingexcellence_Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seeking-excellence-with-nathan-crankfield/id1528863617Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3E5Y4v5btc2OGYuoWVbRGM?si=832c88f869484f09&nd=1&dlsi=01e09bb1226e4bacFind exclusive content on Locals as a paid or unpaid supporter:https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/.

In today's devotional, Dr. Michael A. Youssef explores the problem of loneliness and its only true cure.This devotional is adapted from MY Journal, Leading The Way's monthly devotional magazine. Sign up now for a free six-month subscription to MY Journal—Dr. Youssef's gift to you.If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, watch or listen to Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon The Cure to Loneliness, The Only Cure for Loneliness: WATCH NOW | LISTEN NOWFOR YOUR GIFT OF ANY AMOUNTFor those who feel battle-worn—disheartened by society's moral decline, burdened for their children and grandchildren, weary from fighting the same battles—Dr. Michael A. Youssef's NEW book Winning the Invisible Waroffers timely hope. Speaking directly to those wondering if evil is winning, Dr. Youssef assures us although the war isn't over, victory is already secured in Christ. With Biblical clarity and pastoral compassion, he reminds readers that we can stand strong—not in our own strength, but in the strength of the Lord. Pre-order your copy today for your gift of any amount!*Offer valid in US, UK, and Canada through November 10, 2025. 

In one of the first episodes, I opened up about struggling with loneliness and idolizing relationships. Now, in this catch-up episode, I reflect on whether being in a relationship really cures loneliness, explore what truly causes us to feel lonely, and share practical ways to overcome it.✨Watch the Podcast on YouTube✨www.youtube.com/@deathtoselfpodcastbyPearl✨Follow the podcast on TikTok✨https://www.tiktok.com/@deathtoselfpodcast?_t=8rotqEVc0Nb&_r=1✨Follow the podcast on instagram ✨https://www.instagram.com/deathtoselfpodcast?igsh=MWV1a243cGhxZTRlcw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr✨death to self playlist on Spotify ✨https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3YZWX13cOazDMzGIrmFQ5s?si=2S6-P19dRZe_bM3qCpt37A&pi=e-N_m0vvPIQR66✨death to self playlist on Apple Music ✨https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/death-to-self-playlist/pl.u-oZylDglIGaXvyMv

On the next LEADING THE WAY AUDIO, you'll hear a passionate and personal challenge from Dr. Youssef to leverage the loneliness you sometimes experience to drive you toward ALONENESS with God and the blessings it will bring! (Various) Support the show: https://au.ltw.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samira Ahmed presents live from Old Billingsgate in London, where the announcement of the winner of the 2025 Booker Prize is taking place.The novels on the shortlist: Flesh by David Szalay, The Land in Winter by Andrew Miller, The Rest of Our Lives by Ben Markovits, Audition by Katie Kitamura, The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai, and Flashlight by Susan Choi.As well as speaking to the winner, Samira talks to some of the judges including actor Sarah Jessica Parker and Chair of judges novelist Roddy Doyle. Plus Penelope Lively, the only writer to have won both the Booker Prize and the Carnegie Medal for children's books, talks about the transformative power of literature for children. Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Claire Bartleet

The six authors shortlisted for this year's Booker Prize discuss their novels ahead of tonight's ceremony, which is broadcast live on Radio 4 at 9.30pm in a special extra edition of Front Row.Andrew Miller on The Land in Winter Kiran Desai on The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny David Szalay on Flesh Katie Kitamura on Audition Susan Choi on Flashlight Ben Markovits on The Rest of Our LivesPresenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Timothy Prosser

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Greatness comes with a price—but what if that price isn't punishment, but preparation?  In this episode, I reframe the "tax" of greatness as an investment in your future self, showing how every setback, rejection, and lonely morning is actually a deposit into the account of discipline, patience, and faith that compounds over time. I discuss how standing out invites resistance—from critics, loved ones, and even yourself—and why that's proof you're on the right path.  In this episode, you'll learn: How to reframe "suffering" as harnessing your inner strength. Why greatness requires isolation—and how to find peace in it. The crabs in the bucket analogy and how to avoid being pulled down. How to manage criticism and stay confident when others doubt you. The difference between emotional fuel and sustainable focus. Why setbacks are simply the market dips of your personal growth. How to make daily "deposits" into the bank of discipline and belief. If you've ever felt misunderstood, lonely, or doubted while chasing your goals—whether in golf, business, or life—this episode will help you reconnect with your purpose, stay the course, and trust that your effort will pay dividends when the time is right. Get your pencils ready and start listening.  P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Key Takeaways: The price of greatness isn't a penalty — it's an investment plan for your future self that pays exponential returns. Loneliness and isolation aren't setbacks; they're sacred opportunities to realign with your values and purpose. Judgment from others reflects their stagnation, not your misdirection. Stay focused on your path, not their opinions. Replace the word suffering with harnessing — each moment of adversity strengthens resilience, focus, and faith. While most people panic during life's "market dips," the great ones double down, trusting time, consistency, and themselves. Key Quotes: "Every bit of pain, doubt, persistence, and every morning you don't feel like doing jack shit — that's interest your future self will cash in as peace, freedom, and fulfillment." "The higher you climb, the thinner the air — and fewer people can breathe at that altitude. Most turn back, not because the view isn't worth it, but because they never conditioned themselves to handle the elevation." "The criticism, judgment, and resentment you face aren't punishments — they're proof you're leaving the bucket while everyone else is still clinging to comfort." "Every time you suffer through rejection, failure, or frustration, you're not breaking down — you're harnessing the strength, patience, and faith required to rise." "When the pressure hits, the critics get loud, and your beliefs start to waver — remember, you're not being punished. You're being prepared." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Cost of Greatness 02:41: Reframing Suffering as Harnessing 05:26: The Isolation of Standing Out 08:14: The Crabs in the Bucket Analogy 10:52: Navigating Loneliness and Misunderstanding 14:47: Embracing Fear and Uncertainty 18:25: The Power of Emotional Energy 20:50: Investing in Your Future Self 23:32: The Journey of Self-Discovery

We're living in the loneliest generation yet. Loneliness is now one of the most diagnosed issues in America- and AI bots are filling the void. This week on Faith IRL, David & Orah talk about the rise of artificial intimacy - how technology is replacing real connection, and what faith and family can do about it.In this episode:The loneliness epidemic and why it's growingHow AI “companions” are changing relationshipsGuardrails for parents and teensWhy the Church still matters in a digital world#faithirl #parenting #AI #loneliness #christianpodcast #family #connection #faith To learn more about Cross Points, check out our website:http://crosspointschurch.comTo stay up to date, check out our social media:Instagram: @crosspointskcFacebook: Cross Points ChurchYoutube: CrossPointsKC00:00 — Intro: Are We Living in a Dystopia?David & Orah open with today's headlines- AI, loneliness, and the rise of artificial connection.02:45 — The Loneliness EpidemicLoneliness is now one of the most diagnosed issues in America. Why are we more connected and more alone than ever?07:20 — AI Filling the VoidFrom chatbots to “digital companions,” how AI is trying to meet emotional needs- and what that means for the soul.13:10 — Artificial Intimacy vs. Real RelationshipExploring how technology mimics empathy, and why it can't replace genuine human connection.19:35 — Faith in the Age of AICan Christians use AI without losing their humanity? How to draw boundaries and keep faith central.26:10 — Parent & Grandparent PSAA heartfelt warning about raising the next generation in a world of algorithms and loneliness.31:00 — Guardrails for FamiliesPractical ideas for parents: device limits, “tech sabbaths,” and keeping kids emotionally grounded.36:20 — The Church's Role in Rebuilding ConnectionWhy the local church is still God's antidote to isolation - and how small groups can change lives.42:50 — Hope Beyond the ScreenDavid & Orah share stories of faith, friendship, and finding something real in a digital world.48:15 — Final Thoughts & ChallengeA call to reach out - text a friend, visit your parents, be the connection someone's missing today.

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Today's solo is about the loneliness we feel throughout different stages of our lives. I talk about the post-college void, the mid 20s relationship and splinter era, and the post-baby or settled down loneliness. I also discuss rules for dating around the holidays, texting habits in the talking stage, and so much more!Get More We Met At Acme!Youtube: @wemetatacmeIG: @lindzmetz @wemetatacme @wemetatbabySubstack: @wemetatacme + @wemetatbabyWebsite: @wemetatacmeSponsors:Get 25% off your first month of Ritual at ritual.com/ACMEStart paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits by going to joinbilt.com/acmeWinx Health is now nationwide at Walgreens! Visit hellowinx.com/acme for 25% off.Go to kachava.com and use code ACME for 15% off your next order.Chapters:02:46 Navigating Post-College Loneliness13:49 Mid-Twenties Relationship Shifts24:22 Settling Down and Parenthood36:38 Dating and Holiday Rules45:15 Texting HabitsProduced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send Bidemi a Text Message!In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde connects Amazon's recent layoffs and AI/automation push to everyday life—how task automation is reshaping hiring, local economies, and the culture of work. He also unpacks the rise of loneliness in a more screen-mediated world and the booming business that monetizes it—from creator DMs and OnlyFans to AI companion apps—then shares practical steps on how to future-proof your skills, efficient budgeting on “comfort spending,” and rebuilding real connection at work and at home.Support the show

Not many people can say that a Booker prize nomination feels like deja vu … but Kiran Desai is one of those rare people. Twenty years after her first win, Kiran is back on the Booker shortlist with her long-awaited new novel, The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny. It's an expansive book that traces the paths of two young Indians as they criss-cross the world and each others' lives. It's a love story, a family saga, and an exploration of the things that bring us together… and the forces that keep us apart. This week, Kiran joins Mattea to talk about crafting a novel for two decades, being the daughter of a writer and the wonder of loneliness. Liked this conversation? Keep listening:Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's triumphant return to fictionWhat would it take to become the first Cherokee astronaut?

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In this Friday Night Live from November 7, 2025, Stefan Molyneux addresses alarming declines in women's happiness and mental health since the 1970s. He discusses the impact of marital status and parental roles on wellbeing, while callers share personal experiences related to modern dating and societal expectations. Advocating for traditional values and open dialogue, Stefan emphasizes the need for understanding between men and women, concluding with a call to action for listeners to engage with these critical issues.SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025

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The Rod and Greg Show Rundown – Friday, November 7, 20254:20 pm: Lauren Stewart, Senior Legislative Affairs Liaison for Americans for Prosperity and Concerned Veterans for America, joins the show to discuss her piece for Fox News in which she says Democrats are holding the government hostage over subsidies Americans don't want.4:38 pm: Christopher Ferguson, Professor of Psychology at Stetson University, joins the show for a conversation about his piece for Real Clear Investigations about loneliness in America.5:05 pm: Jamie K. Wilson, Executive Director of Conservatarian Press, on her piece for PJ Media on how America is “missing the journey” of putting in hard work to achieve success.6:05 pm: Caitlin Sutherland, Executive Director of Americans for Public Trust, joins the show for a conversation about the group's report on how foreign charities have donated nearly $2 billion into American policy advocacy groups that focus on climate change and political activism.6:20 pm: Summer Love and Laura Hadley of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation join the show to preview this year's Taste of Utah Foundation fundraiser.6:38 pm: We'll listen back to Rod and Greg's conversations this week with Aimee Winder Newton of the Salt Lake County Council on the controversial closures of four county-run day care centers and (at 6:50 pm) with John Tamny of Real Clear Markets on the proliferation of data centers in the U.S.

Fellow support group member Derek shares about growing up in extreme poverty and isolation. Recently he has been learning how to connect and practice boundaries but is still struggling with being attracted to women who treat him badly.This episode is sponsored Quince. Go to www.Quince.com/mental for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.This episode is sponsored by NOCD. If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/mentalpodIf you're interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG @ShapedFurniture or visit the website www.shapedfurniture.com WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via Apple Podcasts (or whatever player you use). It costs nothing. It's extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media. It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donateYou can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com) To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Inside Circle Podcast, host Eldra Jackson III speaks with Nick Jonsson, global keynote speaker and bestselling author of Executive Loneliness, about the hidden cost of success and the healing power of vulnerability. After reaching the top of his corporate career, Nick's life began to unravel—leading him through isolation, addiction, and loss before discovering the courage to speak his truth. Through that journey, he learned that real strength isn't found in status or control, but in honest connection and community. Together, Eldra and Nick explore how breaking silence, sharing our stories, and showing up authentically can transform not just individuals, but entire systems of leadership. It's a conversation that embodies Inside Circle's mission: turning pain into purpose and isolation into connection. Connect with Nick Jonsson: nickjonsson.com Learn more about Inside Circle: insidecircle.org

Today we're featuring an episode from another show I think you're really going to connect with: Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health. Can a meaningful friendship bridge a 51-year age gap and help combat social isolation? Meet Peter and Pooja; two unlikely companions whose intergenerational bond proves that friendships can flourish when we break down barriers and embrace human connection. In this episode of Turning Points, explore how Peter and Pooja's weekly conversations through Boston's FriendshipWorks program evolved from a simple volunteer match into a life-changing friendship filled with book launches, grocery runs, and life advice that flows both ways. We also speak with Kyle Robidoux, Executive Director of FriendshipWorks. He shares insights on addressing social isolation and loneliness and how community-based friendship programs are strengthening social connections. Peter and Pooja's transformative friendship shows that when we approach relationships without preconceived notions, we can unlock the healing power of human connection. Their story offers hope and practical wisdom for anyone struggling with loneliness or seeking to build deeper, more meaningful relationships. Check out Turning Points: http://globe.com/truningpoints Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We want to hear from you! Submit your Thanksgiving Prayer or a short note of thanks! Your submissions could be featured on Your Daily Prayer as we lead up to Thanksgiving Day. Thank you again for your continued support—we can’t wait to hear from you! https://tinyurl.com/322k4xau Loneliness can sting deeply — especially when it comes from people we expected to care. In our daily prayer and devotional, we think about how, sometimes, friends don’t check in, family seems distant, or those you serve overlook your heart entirely. It’s easy to wonder: Is it me? Am I expecting too much? Do they even care at all? In this vulnerable reflection, Kelly Balarie reminds us that Jesus Himself knew what it was like to feel unseen and misunderstood. Even His own brothers didn’t believe in Him (John 7:5). Yet, Jesus never wavered in His confidence of the Father’s love. He trusted that even when people misunderstood or dismissed Him, God still cared deeply and had a perfect plan. When others seem indifferent, it doesn’t mean we’re unloved or forgotten. God’s care is steadfast — not dependent on human approval or attention. He sees the pain that others overlook and tenderly calls us to fix our eyes on Him. Let’s also use these moments to examine our hearts. Are we seeking people’s validation more than God’s affirmation? When our worth is rooted in His care, the emptiness caused by others’ neglect begins to fade. The same God who cared for Jesus cares for you — fully, faithfully, and forever. Today's Bible Reading:“For even his own brothers did not believe in him.” – John 7:5, NIV

Todayyy we talk about isolating yourself and how much heartache mental illness can create around feelings of loneliness. I share some encouragement around finding somebody to talk to and trust with your mental health. I also talk about you can support somebody with mental health in conversation. I end the episode with a listener submission asking about how faith has played a role with my mental illness and feeling discouraged when dating. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

my face is stained red from makeup, i'm hungover as hell, BUT AT LEAST I HAVE MY FRIEND MEG HERE WITH ME TO HAVE A LITTLE GIGGLE!!! today, we're talking toilet selfies, beating male loneliness, bald bugonia screenings, and the joy of mispronouncing wagyu beef. happy november!!! lock in!!!