Loneliness is something I'm asked about frequently. It's intimidating to set off on an adventure without knowing how long you're going to be traveling for or when you'll be "home." And, with the current pandemic conditions forcing many of us into a space of solitude, there's never been a better time to speak on the topic of loneliness. In this episode, I talk about how we can cope with feeling alone and endure the absence of human connection and adventure, as well as how to cultivate peace of mind. Solo travel has helped me become comfortable with my own company and I would like to share a few lessons I've learned about loneliness with you, along with a few personal stories from my travels and tips for how to embrace loneliness rather than fear it. If we change our perspective and mindset around being alone, we can learn to turn it into a positive state of being, focusing on presence, gratitude, and fearlessness. Just as travelers are curious about the world and the unknown, we must stay curious about our feelings! Are you hesitant to become a digital nomad or travel by yourself for fear of feeling lonely? Trust me, you're not the only one… Fortunately, those brief moments of loneliness that everyone encounters are always outweighed by long-lasting moments of immense joy, awe, and aliveness you feel while traveling the world. TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: The various definitions of loneliness (and if they're accurate) The sense of self that is uncovered through travel The difference between loneliness and being alone Solitude and solitary confinement? (It's all in our heads) Tips for shifting your mindset around loneliness and alone time What happens when we resist loneliness and what happens if we embrace it The connection that comes from moments of solitude The possibility of feeling lonely while surrounded by other people Stories from my travels about finding balance between feeling loneliness and contentment How to cope with loneliness in healthy ways How your connection to the world changes once you become a digital nomad How full-time travelers feel about loneliness *Two things all digital nomads, remote workers, and world travelers need:* Travel Insurance with SafetyWing A TransferWise Borderless Bank Account RESOURCES Podcast: Sailing Ruby Rose Episode Medium Blog: The Paradox of Loneliness in the Digital Nomad Lifestyle ....................................................................................................... Thank you to my 2021 Patrons! Teklordz, Trader Walt, Shawn, Karen, Christine, Erik, Heather, Colin, Craig, RZ, Timothy, James, Richard, Fred, Lakshay, Issac, George, Scott, Michael, Derek, and Issac. My goal is to create a community of 100 Patrons in 2021! You can become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin and see all my YouTube videos first, attend monthly live streams, submit questions for the podcast, and be the first to find out about special offers and guests, as well as the chance to participate in beta programs at free or discounted rates. ....................................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron for $5 per month Leave a 5* Review: https://lovethepodcast.com/digitalnomad Buy Official Merch Search All Episodes: www.badassdigitalnomads.com Connect with Kristin on Social Media: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.