Our happiness depends on us
Randy Stiver once noted that “happiness must be pursued by personally choosing the right thoughts, right words and right actions at the right time.” In short, our happiness depends on us.
Randy Stiver once noted that “happiness must be pursued by personally choosing the right thoughts, right words and right actions at the right time.” In short, our happiness depends on us.
Forgive yourself for thinking negatively. Forgive yourself for talking, without thinking twice. Forgive yourself for being rude to your superior, your friend, your parents, or your siblings.
Make a decision. Find ways to enjoy your solitude, or decide to reconnect with the world around you. Either way, you’ll start feeling better. Channel your energy into new hobbies and taking yourself out on the town solo, or join a social group in your area that interests you or reconnect with old friends.
Contact your old friends or visit relatives in your home town to spend quality time with others. Being in the company of people you grew up with has a satisfying and positive effect when it comes to coping with loneliness.
Try to figure out when you started feeling this way. When was the last time you felt connected to the world around you and to the people in your life? What’s changed? Start keeping a journal to help you connect to how you feel. Getting to know yourself again is a great place to start.
1434 young people died by suicide in 2010. If you are thinking about suicide, call HOPELineUK for advice getting help on 0800 068 4141.
Why not do some volunteering at Christmas? Many places appreciate extra help at this time of year, you’ll meet new people and it may even lead to permanent work.
Being lonely at Christmas is not a nice feeling. Why not invite some friends round or go out? It’s a good feeling to be surrounded by your friends. They become your second family.
Suicide is the leading killer of young people. If you have thoughts of suicide, don’t keep it inside. HOPELineUK can help. Call 0800 068 4141.
Let go of past mistakes. Forgive yourself and accept where you are today. Learn that there are things that can never be changed. Don’t waste time worrying about things over which you have no control.