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Loneliness: The Four Circles of Belonging (2/2) - by joss

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In part 1 of this essay, we talked about how repeated failed attempts to address loneliness lead to unhelpful conclusions and ineffective solutions. Part 2 proposes a new framework for thinking about loneliness — The Four Circles of Belonging. This framework has helped me pinpoint and articulate the precise types of connection I’ve lacked and has allowed me to then be intentional with troubleshooting, making it a lot easier for me to find solutions that actually work. So without further ado, it’s time to introduce the The Four Circles of Belonging: the Inner Circle, the Squad, the Clan, and the Collective. This essay will break down each circle in more detail, discuss what it feels like when you’ve filled it, and outline steps to take if you feel you could use a little bit more connection in that area of life. It’ll conclude by discussing strategies for filling all four circles and the importance of prioritizing connection as a lifelong pursuit. Nice. Let’s get started. “You matter bec

Guides Loneliness: The Four Circles of Belonging (2/2) A tactical guide for finding meaningful connection 😎 joss Sep 18, 2024 113 15 5 Share Table of Contents: The Four Circles of Belonging 4: The Collective 3: The Clan 2 : The Squad 1 : The Inner Circle 0: Putting them all together Filling the Four Circles Approach 1: Throwing Darts Approach 2: Becoming a Lighthouse Approach 3: Building a Funnel Finding soul-feeding, all-encompassing belonging 💡 This Essay is part 2/2 of my series on loneliness. Read part 1 here. The Four Circles of Belonging In part 1 of this essay, we talked about how rep

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