The question I have been contemplating for most of this year and wondering why I don’t know the answer is “Why doesn’t anyone love me?” I know I am not alone. This gut-wrenching question hits hard because it touches on our deepest need—to be seen, valued, and loved. But here’s the thing: just because you […]
Loneliness. It’s more than just being alone, it’s the gnawing emptiness that lingers even in a crowd, the silence that echoes louder than noise. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why am I so lonely?”, you’re not alone. That single question echoes across the hearts of millions around the globe, across ages, cultures, and backgrounds. In […]
Damn you fruit, don’t fall out! Friendships are like this bowl of fruit 🍐🍊🍏; we all know that fruit are good for us but it’s easy to let things slip, or to get distracted by junk food 🍟, and the bowl becomes empty pretty quickly unless you refill it* Ok, so the analogy might need some work 🤔, but […]
In today’s society, many individuals live alone due to personal choices or life events like a spouse’s death or a relationship’s end. Loneliness is a common experience that can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or circumstances. While it’s natural to feel lonely at times, persistent feelings of loneliness can have negative effects on our […]
Image by StockSnap from Pixabay “We human beings are social beings. We come into the world as the result of others’ actions. We survive here in dependence on others. Whether we like it or not, there is hardly a moment of our lives when we do not benefit from others’ activities. For this reason, it is hardly surprising […]
During this weekend, many will be planning their family Halloween celebrations, children and adults will be seeking out the best costumes and party planning will be in full swing, but there are some who will not join in to these celebrations. For some seniors and others, they will continue trying to break the chain of […]
What a way to be carried This is a reprint of a classic blog that I wrote in June 2020 when I first started my company Shiageto Consulting. Enjoy! In this series, I share with you some of the key learnings I have had from my first 6 months of launching my first start-up (Shiageto Consulting) […]
Our government is currently focusing on the mental health of elders, particularly the loneliness they experience. For those with aging loved ones, pandemic related social isolation exacerbated what was already an underlying problem. Many elders do not have consistent, meaningful connections with enough others to prevent the sadness and hopelessness so many experience every day. […]
Loneliness is a growing problem among the elderly population and can have serious negative impacts on their mental and physical health. Studies show that seniors who suffer from loneliness are more likely to experience depression, cognitive decline, and a weakened immune system. It’s crucial for family members, caregivers, and communities to understand and address this […]
