How do I stop feeling so isolated?

For me the best way is to go outside, sit in a coffee shop or a park, with a notebook. I keep myself busy by writing (intuitive writing - is great), and still feeling surrounded by nature and people.

To stop feeling isolated, partake in an activity that gets you out of the house/away from being alone. You can always talk to a listener on 7 Cups, a school counselor or even your friends!

Try to make conversation with others. Find people that seem relatable and that actually want to talk

When I began college, I felt very isolated. I wanted to quit school after my first quarter. Instead, I got as involved as I could on campus. I joined the school paper and a political club, where I met some of my best friends. Find people who love what you love and you'll never be alone.

I have a problem with staying in my room all day. I can sit and listen to music and never leave. In order to help me not be so isolated, I have begun attending support meetings. It is really helping.

If you're feeling isolated, then you have to reach out. Talking to your friends, parents, etc. about what you're feeling can really help. I went through this myself and found that talking it out worked the best. It's different for everyone though!!

Start slowly by talking to people online, it can be anyone really. Once you can communicate talk to them in person. It will boost your confidence. And soon enough you won’t be so isolated anymore. (hopefully it works for you like it did for me)

Feeling isolated is so hard, and there are lots of reasons why we might feel isolated, such as having a new baby, a change in health that means we can't get out, moving to a new area, etc. There are lots of things you can do if you can get out of the house - take up a hobby where you can meet new people, join a mother and baby group to meet other new mums, look for a little job - even a little part time job in a bar or shop where you get to speak to people. If you can't easily get out of the house then social media is a great way to not feel isolated. Join facebook where you can speak to people who you relate to - either friends on your friend list, or in groups with people with similar interests. Or even chat to someone on 7 cups. Any online forum where you are chatting to people can help you to feel less isolated.

perhaps go to any social event or to the shops. going to an open space with people around you can make it seem as though there is a lot of space to let your mind roam free.

Try and reach out to people by maybe talking to people more or even just being around them. Try and realise who wants to be your friend and who doesn’t.