What does it mean when you feel lonely all the time?

Prolonged loneliness, especially when around friends and family, is a symptom of depression. There are some self-help guides on 7Cups that might help you understand whether you do in fact suffer from depression, otherwise, you can google the common symptoms. If you believe you may suffer from depression, it is important to speak to loved ones and talk to a doctor to receive support.

Feeling lonely all the time might be a symptom of depression. Or it might also mean that you're just being overwhelmed by things sudden things around you and you find it hard t adjust.

You are either struggling to connect with the people in your life or you are isolating yourself even though you want to be with others,

I think being lonely means that you need someone by your side or someone you can connect to. Being in an environment full of loneliness disconnects you from the world and you start having negative thoughts and start to overthink. You feel pretty lonely when you are not happy with the company you are with or you are internally disturbed and can't connect with the talks and people. I think you should identify the loneliness you suffer from and try to keep it low. It's okay to feel lonely sometimes but constantly and at many times makes you away from the world. Take care of yourself and feel good

if you feel empty more than lonely that means that you might be depressed. seek help. focus on what makes you happy

If you feel lonely all the time it could be you're not getting out enough. in My experience I was always lonely because I chose to stay home and not get out. get out around other people.

Loneliness is a thing of the mind. You could be surrounded by people and still feel lonely. What makes you feel not lonely is having a connection with someone, someone close to you.

being trapped inside a dark room with no windows and no doors while hearing footsteps all around you

You may have been feeling this way because you are isolated. Reaching out to caring friends or family members will be helpful

When you feel lonely all the time it probably means you are feeling disconnected. It can help to seek out groups such as volunteering or hobby based (like book club or chess). It can also help to have a meaningful conversation with a friend or relative. But when we feel lonely all the time it can be a sign that we desire to connect more deeply to ourselves. A conscious practice of self-care may help.