DEALING WITH LONELINESS

What are some suggestions for someone who is feeling lonely?

• Look for ways to get involved with people in your daily routine. Eat with others, sit with new people in class, or find a study or exercise partner.
• Put yourself in new situations where you will meet new people.
• Make use of campus resources. Find out about organizations and activities on campus.
• Don't judge new people on the basis of past relationships. Try to see each person you meet from a new perspective.
• Think of alone time as an opportunity to develop independence and to learn to take care of your own emotional needs.   
• Keep things in your environment (such as books, music) that you can use to enjoy in your alone time.

• Don't wait for your feelings to get you going - get going, and good feelings may eventually catch up with you.

Further Information:
GVSU Counseling & Career Development Center
616.331.3266
www.gvsu.edu/counsel