OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaLoneliness is a quiet, sad feeling you get when you wish you had someone to play or talk with! Everyone feels lonely sometimes, and that is completely normal. The good news is that loneliness does not last forever.
You might feel lonely when a best friend is sick or when you are in a brand-new place. It might make your tummy feel a little empty or make you want to cry. Sometimes you can feel lonely even when other people are around, if you feel like nobody understands you.
When you feel lonely, the best thing to do is tell a grownup or ask another kid to play! You can also hug a favorite stuffed animal or draw a beautiful picture to cheer yourself up. Writing a letter or making a card for a friend can also help you feel connected to others.
- Reaching out to others makes loneliness fly away and fills your heart with happiness!
- Did you know that being kind to someone else is one of the fastest ways to stop feeling lonely?
- Even astronauts in space can feel lonely, so they video call their families on Earth!
