Despite the advancement in the communication sector, loneliness is slowly becoming an increasing concern. Thanks to smartphones, social media and other digital platforms, we can be connected to our friends and family living on the other side of the world. Yet even still, the sense of isolation and disconnection have never been so apparent.
Feeling lonely from time to time is normal, and this feeling can be intensified around holidays like Valentine’s Day, birthdays and anniversaries. While there’s no harm in feeling lonely every once in a while, the problem becomes more severe when you experience extreme feelings of loneliness for a long stretch of time.
It might be both relieving and surprising that 7.1% percent of adults in Great Britain experience chronic loneliness. So if you have been suffering from the same feelings of despair, you are not alone.
Chronic loneliness can adversely affect you mentally and physically. It can lead to an increased stress level, compromised immune function, and an increased risk of mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Therefore, addressing this problem is extremely necessary for your well-being.
There are many effective treatments available for dealing with loneliness and one treatment that has emerged to be effective is hypnotherapy. To find out how this transformative therapy helps cope with loneliness, continue reading.
This is How Loneliness Impacts Your Life
Besides being emotionally painful, loneliness can affect you in the following ways:
1. Depression
Constant loneliness may lead to profound feelings of sadness and despair, contributing to negative thoughts and symptoms of depression. When experiencing isolation, engaging in previously enjoyable activities becomes challenging, intensifying the sadness. Additionally, loneliness disrupts the natural balance of mood-regulating chemicals in the brain, so even seeking help from friends or family can become difficult.
2. Physical Symptoms
In addition to the emotional impact, extended periods of loneliness can also affect you physically. Being isolated for extended periods may worsen sleep problems and induce irregular sleep patterns. Moreover, this negative feeling might change your eating habits, resulting in unhealthy weight fluctuations. Additionally, the stress associated with loneliness can negatively influence your immune system, making you more susceptible to illnesses.
3. Physical Pain
Being alone for a long time might make you feel more sensitive to physical discomfort. Research shows that the parts of the brain dealing with both social and physical pain are connected. This suggests a possible link between loneliness and feeling more physical pain.
Uncovering Loneliness Triggers with Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy is one of the most effective forms of therapy for facilitating healing and helping people overcome a range of issues. This is especially true for loneliness and the symptoms associated with it.
Research suggests that chronic loneliness is caused due to many reasons. During our sessions, we will explore your past experiences and try to understand the root cause of your depressive feelings, identifying the underlying causes that may be triggering your loneliness.
Your past experiences have immense power and they can contribute to your present behaviour. This is why, even if you feel like the cause of your loneliness is due to others, it could be an unresolved personal issue. Once you realise this, we can start to reframe your negative thought patterns and work on coping mechanisms.
How Hypnotherapy Reshapes Your Response to Loneliness
After working together to understand the causes and effects of your loneliness, we can start working to transform the way you respond to being alone. To do this, I will help you access your subconscious mind and enable you to explore your inner blocks. We will then uncover and identify the emotional responses and thought patterns that shape your emotions.
Then, using techniques like visualisation, relaxation and positive suggestions, I will work with you to establish a fresh pattern of behaviour.
Through positive and encouraging statements, we will work on developing healthier coping mechanisms that will help you form better relationships with others as well as enjoy your own company without feeling alone. You will find healthier ways to deal with periods of loneliness and instead of feeling sad about being alone, you will feel more confident in your own company.
Contact Susannah Saunders for Dealing with Loneliness Effectively!
By nature, we are wired to seek connection and be in the company of others. Being around others helps us to grow emotionally and psychologically. So, understandably, when you are lonely for extended periods, it can have detrimental effects on your overall well-being.
As one of the best alternative treatments for feelings of loneliness, hypnotherapy may be your solution. Through my hypnotherapy sessions, you will be able to deal with loneliness constructively and we will work together to develop healthy coping strategies.
That’s not all, I also offer a range of other treatments. If you are dealing with sleep issues, low self-confidence, stress or physical ailments like acne or erectile dysfunction – your road to a happy and fulfilling life starts right here.
Contact me now to book your session. You can also call me on 07973 896907 to find out more information.
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