Initiating routine contacts with people you care about is another positive action you can take to combat loneliness.
To combat the loneliness that can stem from changes such as retirement or having an empty nest, think about revamping your sense of purpose: how might you find new ways to contribute to the lives of others? After the rush of mid-life has subsided, the purpose of each day is often in our own hands, and I encourage you to see that as empowering.
“Solitude” involves being alone without being lonely – it’s a contented state ... “Loneliness” is a very different beast, in which a person feels isolated and craves more social contact.