One of the most difficult emotions to deal with is loneliness. Is there a way to make coping with loneliness easier?
The concept of loneliness is closely related to two other concepts: aloneness and emptiness. We usually feel loneliness when we are alone—but not always: we sometimes feel lonely even while in a crowded room. This is because we feel a kind of emptiness. Sometimes, we can be alone but not feel lonely, particularly when we are enjoying a solitary activity. Loneliness, then, is a perception of a situation: It is the mind’s perception of how we stand in relation to other people. Many of us fear being alone. This fear is created by the mind, as is the feeling of emptiness and loneliness. We do not need to fear being alone. The state of Stillness quiets the mind and allows us to feel contentment whether we are enjoying the company of others or the company of our selves. The Stillness also allows us to realize that our selves are full and never empty.
