Is it just me or is everyone hanging out without me?

    There's this thing that happens when you scroll Instagram late at night. You see group selfies, brunch pics, and people traveling to Iceland, and suddenly, it feels like everyone else is living a cooler, more connected life. Meanwhile, I'm sitting here eating cereal for dinner.    Alone. 

    I texted my best friends to check in. Sarah is working late and Jules is out on a date. So, here I am with Mochi purring on my lap and a big bowl of FOMO. 

    But you know what? Tonight, I'm challenging myself to enjoy my own company. I'll light a candle, put on my comfiest hoodie, and watch a rom-com. Yes, one of those lame emotional rom-coms. Loneliness isn't fun, but maybe it's not forever. 

    Loneliness can feel heavy, like an unwelcome guest that overstays its welcome. It’s easy to get lost in thoughts of “Why am I alone?” or “What’s wrong with me?” But loneliness isn’t a reflection of your worth. It’s a universal experience that everyone goes through at some point. The key is learning how to navigate it and turn it into an opportunity for growth.

    Spending time alone doesn’t just help you cope with loneliness—it can also strengthen your sense of self. When you learn to enjoy your own company, you become more self-reliant, resilient, and confident. You’ll find that you’re less dependent on external validation and more in tune with what truly makes you happy.

    Plus, when you’re comfortable being alone, your relationships with others often improve. You’re able to show up more authentically, without clinging or placing unrealistic expectations on others to fill a void.

    Being alone doesn’t have to mean being lonely. It can mean freedom, self-discovery, and the start of a beautiful relationship—with yourself.