Beethoven and the Gift of Silence

In 1801, at the age of 30, Ludwig van Beethoven complained about his diminishing hearing: “From a distance I do not hear the high notes of the instruments ...

Japan Appoints ‘Loneliness Minister’

Japan has appointed a "Minister of Loneliness" to try and reduce loneliness and social isolation among its residents as the country deals with ...

Stop Being Ashamed of Weakness

Ian Marcus Corbin from Harvard Medical School has interviewed numerous stroke patients. He observes that far too many stroke patients "consign themselves ...

Why It’s So Lonely at the Top

“Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown.” This is the most famous line in William Shakespeare’s play Henry IV, Part 2, spoken by the ...

Grammy Winner Pleads, 'Anyone, Please Send Me Anyone'

Demi Lovato has been transparent about her battles with depression and addiction. At the 2020 Grammys, Demi Lovato gave her first performance in a year ...

The Raw Truth of Loneliness

Writing for OMagazine, psychologist Shira Nayman gives a poignant overview:

Loneliness is perhaps the greatest of human aches. It thwarts our fundamental ...

Want to Feel Happier? Talk to Strangers

A recent article (2019) from NPR asks, “Do you want to feel happier today?” Based on current scientific studies, here’s one way to boost ...

The Lonely Despair of American Males

The last twenty years has seen a dramatic increase in the suicides of white, middle-aged men in the western half of the United States, primarily in rural ...

Loneliness Surging Among Millennials

According to internet market research firm YouGov, “the social media generation is the one that feels the most alone.” Their latest report ...

Famous Chef Shuts Down Restaurant to Stop and Reflect

Spanish chef Andoni Luis Aduriz is considered one of Spain's most influential and creative chefs and restaurateurs. His restaurant, Mugaritz, has ...