The Loneliness Paradox: Why It Can Become a Self-fulfilling Cycle


Loneliness can become a self-fulfilling cycle.

The more lonely we are, the more we isolate ourselves. This makes us more self-centered and protective of ourselves, which makes it even more difficult to build relationships and open up to people.

Thus our loneliness continues to get worse unless we learn how to break the cycle.


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Bucket Lists and Backyards: Two Different Perspectives on Happiness


There are two main perspectives on happiness. One is the “bucket list” version where we are trying to seek novelty and new experiences, and the other is the “in my own backyard” version where we try to find happiness right where we are. Which perspective do you relate to more? A balancing of both perspectives may be the key to happiness.


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