Lesson 17: Loneliness - Slide 21





Loneliness Can Be Overcome
- It depends on YOU, only you can build your self-esteem and learn to feel good about yourself
- Seek out situations that enable you to get involved
- Learn and practice general communication skills and assertive skills, use the book “PeopleSmart”
- If you are shy, practice saying hello or starting a conversation with a non-using friend or family member
- Get involved in discussions, practice speaking up positively and clearly
Notes:
http://ub-counseling.buffalo.edu/loneliness.shtml