Issue 01 – The Loneliness Issue

Welcome to HopeIRL’s first issue—The Loneliness Issue.

The stories in this issue are all from young people dealing with a common theme, they are surrounded by people, but often feel lonely. If you feel like that, please know you’re not alone. We hope these stories bring you a sense of comfort, and might even encourage you to go out and invest in your own social connections.

Struggling with Social Connections in College

Prior to attending college, I would say my experience with social connections was easier. Growing…

A Note on Loneliness

From Hopelab Project Lead: Caroline Fitzgerald As my understanding of loneliness and its impact on…