Why Do People Become Lonely?

Loneliness is an all-consuming feeling. It feeds on itself and can leave the person desperate and in despair. There are many reasons why a person can become lonely. Those reasons can come from within the person or can occur because of major life changes. Regardless of how it happens, please seek assistance from a counselor or other professional sources.

Isolation

Those who are lonely are often isolated due to a family circumstances (e.g., abuse) or from moving away from family to attend college or begin a new job.

Guilt

Lonely people may also feel guilty over a past incident that they caused or happened to them.

Self-esteem

Some may not feel worthy of having friendships or relationships. They have self-esteem issues that cause them to think less of themselves.

Judgemental

Sometimes those who are shy feel that they will be judged by others as not being smart enough or attractive enough, among other factors.

Lack of True Friendships

Not having someone to share personal feelings with can create a sense of loneliness.

References

• Loneliness
• Beyond fear & rejection to self-confidence
• Loneliness & friendship

Resources

• Loneliness: How the brain operates