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The Epidemic of Loneliness

The Epidemic of Loneliness

Loneliness has become one of the most widespread problems facing our society. Problems such as substance use, domestic violence, drunk driving, heart disease all get more publicity than simply being lonely. The issue is that loneliness is unseen and unheard. A person can go to work, attend church, shop for groceries, or interact with hundreds of people online and still feel profoundly alone. The problem is not simply being by oneself. Loneliness is the painful feeling from missing meaningful connections in one’s life.

Fishing

Fishing

Fishing is one of the very few good memories I have with my dad. He seemed to be a different person when we went on camping trips. Gone was the disinterested parent; the abuse, both physical and mental, in its place was a man who showed interest and passion for something. Maybe it was the only time he was happy; I guess I will never know. His passing years ago left me always wondering why he was the way he was.

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