Overcoming Loneliness: Becky Harling's Guide to Deeper Connections
Episode Overview
Loneliness is about feeling disconnected, not just being alone. Gratitude can help combat feelings of loneliness. Setting boundaries in relationships is crucial for healthy connections. Face-to-face interactions are essential for genuine relationships. Technology can hinder real connections if overused.
Loneliness is not the absence of people, it's feeling disconnected from people
Feeling lonely? You're not alone. In this episode of The Call with Nancy Sabato, author Becky Harling discusses the epidemic of loneliness and how it can actually be an invitation to deepen our connections with God and others. Drawing from her book, Cultivating Deeper Connections, Becky explains that loneliness isn't just about being physically alone, but feeling disconnected from those around us.
She shares her personal experiences of feeling lonely even when surrounded by people during her extensive travels with her husband. Becky emphasises that our hurried lives and constant busyness often lead to isolation and disconnection, and she offers practical steps to combat these feelings. She highlights the importance of gratitude, setting boundaries in relationships, and making time for face-to-face interactions. Becky also discusses the impact of technology on our relationships and how it can sometimes hinder genuine connections.
This episode is filled with hope, encouragement, and actionable wisdom to help you overcome loneliness and build deeper, more meaningful relationships. So, if you're feeling disconnected, take a listen – you might find the inspiration you need to reconnect with those around you.