 it, can be extremely beneficial for your mental health.
Exercise has many benefits, not only for physical health but also mental health. Aerobic exercise has long been associated with endorphins, a neurochemical that promotes feelings of happiness and calmness. Exercising, and the associated endorphin boost can help bring you out of a funk brought on by loneliness.
An exercise is also a good tool for fighting loneliness because it is a productive activity that you can do on your own. If you get caught up in negative thoughts when you are by yourself, spending some of that time at the gym can prevent you from getting too deep into negative thinking about being alone. You will be distracted, and also feel good knowing that you are working to improve your health.
Adopting a regular exercise regimen can also help you establish a routine and schedule if you struggle with having too much free time. As a bonus, doing workout classes can give you a sense of community or may even help you make new friends.
Loneliness is an unavoidable part of life, but it does not have to be a negative thing. Using these strategies to cope with loneliness and learn how to embrace your solitude can make a huge difference in your happiness. Of course, not everyone is happy all the time, and you may still struggle with loneliness even if you do all these things. When things get hard, remember that you can always reach out to your online therapist.