Why a Healthy Lifestyle Can’t Fix Loneliness

Psychology Today | 28.10.2026 19:33
One of my favorite films to rewatch in moments when I need some comfort is Up. Pixar’s tale of grief, aging, connection, and adventure brings tears to my eyes every single time. Loss can bring a sense of discombobulation that can challenge who we are and how we see ourselves. Anyone who has lost a loved one knows this. But it doesn’t have to be the loss of a person that brings us to feel alone. Retirement, becoming empty nesters, or even just a changing sense of self can alter how connected we feel with the world around us. How do these changes impact our physical and mental health?