Why Are We All So Lonely?

Welcome to the very first episode of Friendless: Love, Friendship & Loneliness in the Modern Age. I’m Stephanie Cox — therapist, writer, and fellow human figuring out relationships — and today, we’re diving into a question so many of us are quietly asking: Why do we feel so lonely, even when we’re surrounded by people?In this episode, I break down why friendship feels harder in adulthood, why connection in the digital age isn’t cutting it, and why loneliness has become an actual public health crisis (yes, really — the Surgeon General said so). I also share three small but powerful ways to start feeling more connected, starting today.Whether you’re single and swiping, in a relationship but feeling disconnected, or missing a friendship that used to feel effortless — this show is for you.Let’s talk about what it really means to build friendships and love that last — without feeling so alone in the process.If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with a friend who gets it.Stay tuned for my upcoming book Friendless: Why Adult Friendships Keep Failing, coming to a bookstore near you in Spring of 2027.  Learn more at www.thebetterrelationship.com and connect with me on Instagram @the.better.relationship and Pinterest @thebetterrelationshipcompanyHave your own friend story to share? Want to be on the show? Email us at [email protected].