Everyone feels lonely sometimes.
It’s OK to feel lonely and it will go away.
Feeling lonely may be because:
- a best friend is moving away
- starting at a new school
- finding it hard to make friends
- feeling like you don’t fit in
- other kids not wanting to play with you
- being bullied
- being different
- losing someone you love
- things not going well at home
- being away from your family
Sometimes you can feel lonely even when you’re with other people.
How can I stop feeling lonely?
- Talk about it – tell someone you trust about you how you feel. They can help you figure out what to do.
- Have fun – do something that makes you happy. Play games, make things, draw or spend time outdoors.
- Animals can help – pets are great company. Spend some time with your pet, pat them and play with them.
- Visit people your whānau – you might feel better seeing them and they’d love seeing you too!
- Make new friends – say ‘hi’ to a kid at school or in your neighbourhood. You could talk to them and find out more about them to make friends.
- Help others – find a way to help other people. This will make you feel better and the other person feel good.
Try not to worry! Remember, it’s OK to feel lonely sometimes and it will get better.
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