Loneliness, identity and becoming happy alone | Suzette Shahmoon

Loneliness, identity and learning how to be happy alone are deeply connected to our experiences, relationships and sense of self.In this episode of Alone and Rising, Mari Williams speaks with Suzette Shahmoon about her journey through loneliness and how she came to feel at ease within herself.Suzette shares her experiences of growing up feeling different as the only Jewish girl in her community, navigating new environments and cultures, and the challenges of marrying young and supporting a partner diagnosed with Parkinson’s.She reflects on how these experiences shaped her understanding of identity, connection and what it means to be alone without feeling isolated.With nearly 15 years of experience as a therapist, and now completing a PhD in neuropsychology at UCL, Suzette brings both personal and professional insight into how we relate to ourselves and others, particularly in the context of chronic illness.This is a thoughtful conversation about belonging, resilience and discovering who you are beyond circumstance.You can find Suzette here: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hand-baggage-only/id1678716203 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzette-shahmoon-52a9952a/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SuzetteShahmoonFind out more about Mari: www.mari-williams.com Connect with Mari: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariwilliams/