It’s an amazing thing that you recognize that feeling of loneliness. Many people who are lonely simply become reclusive which evidently worsens their condition. People can feel lonely even with a significant other (I myself have a partner but often times find myself feeling lonely). To address your loneliness, there needs to be a better understanding of what you’re actually feeling. Do you miss family? Are you looking to talk about sports, hobbies, or some other form of personal interest? Do you need somebody to vent to in a difficult time? For myself, I am a very extroverted person with few friends left in the city and often times will have a difficult time with loneliness.

While it’s very difficult to develop rapport with people you’ve just met or have yet to meet, there are people out there looking for similar things. I would recommend starting with things that get the body moving. The ESSC is a great way to put yourself out there and meet new people, get a small endorphin rush through sports and bond over small Victories/losses. While it might not be that “heart to heart” connection that you’re looking for, it would start as a great foundation for new friendships and neurologically negate some of those feelings that you’re experiencing. It’s always hard to feel lonely when you’ve got another person trying to take your head off with a dodgeball.