How to cope with loneliness
- If you find it challenging to move beyond small-talk, you can ask a more personal question like, "What's one thing that I don't know about you?" or "If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?"
- Use info from social media as a conversation starter the next time you get together.
- Spend time with a pet. It can help combat feelings of loneliness.
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