Sitting with Loneliness

Loneliness is something many of us experience but rarely name. In this episode of Spill Your Guts, Jenn is joined by her mom, Brenda, for an honest and deeply human conversation about loneliness, connection, and what actually helps.Together, they normalize loneliness as a biological signal, not a personal failure, and explore why loneliness can exist even when we’re surrounded by people, and why meaningful connection matters more than sheer proximity.This episode shares three practical, science-backed tools to ease loneliness: creating micro-connections in everyday moments, practicing small acts of courageous vulnerability, and building meaning through values when others aren’t around. If you’ve been feeling isolated or craving deeper connection, this episode meets you with compassion and concrete steps you can use right away. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Mavis Tsai’s TED talkTo contribute to our mission or to access our downloadable infographics and worksheets, find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Music Credit: Nathan Byrne with Reel Byrne Media.Note: The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical or therapeutic advice. Such information is not intended nor otherwise implied to be mental health advice or a substitute for mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a mental health or medical professional. If you become distressed and need support, call 988 to access 24/7 mental health support, call 911, or visit your nearest emergency room.