The loneliness epidemic and how to find real connections

Loneliness is more common than we think, but it doesn’t always look the way we expect. You can be surrounded by people, busy at work, active on social media – and still feel deeply alone.In this episode of Living Fully, we talk with counsellor Rasha Taha from Calgary Counselling Centre and Counselling Alberta about loneliness in a real, relatable way. They explore what loneliness is, why it shows up at different points in our lives, and how we can begin to feel more connected again.Drawing on both clinical experience and everyday examples, they talk about the difference between being alone and feeling lonely and how social media can create a “fake” sense of connection. They also share practical, low-pressure ideas for starting where you are – with the people, places, and routines already in your life. "Living Fully" is not a substitute or alternative for professional care or treatment. Calgary Counselling Centre and Counselling Alberta provide effective counselling for anyone in Alberta with no wait list and no financial barriers.For help across Canada and the United States, call 211. If you are outside Canada and the U.S., seek help from your general medical practitioner.