Pintail Ducks don't seem to mind the icy water, seen near Schoodic Point, Maine
It's still cold, must be winter, I miss going to coffee but need to wait until it's a bit warmer. It won't be long now.
Take care of yourself my darling
And I'll take care of me
Live your loneliness knowing
That we can both be free.
~Mary Lee George
Loneliness is something inside us. It's not caused by other people's behavior, though what others do may let us know we are feeling lonely. We have all experienced being alone and really enjoying it—walking by the river or singing a song we like. Feeling lonely is when we feel like nobody cares about us or wants to be with us.
Sometimes we need to give ourselves permission to feel lonely and know that we are okay no matter what we are feeling. Other times it may be wise to check with others if our feelings are true. We can ask our mother if she cares about us or ask a friend if he wants to play, and be open to the answer. When we feel lonely, we often ignore what others do or say that doesn't agree with what we believe to be true. The important thing to remember is that we are okay no matter what choice we make.
When I feel lonely, what can I do about it?
From: Today's Gift, Daily Meditations for families
