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Scenario

Why community living can paradoxically increase loneliness for some members

I thought living in community would cure my loneliness but I feel more isolated than ever because everyone assumes I'm fine and no one checks in on the single people.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The assumption that community automatically provides connection can leave struggling members even more invisible than in mainstream society.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Cohousing and intentional living?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.