Feeling like you can't break out of the loneliness cycle? We've got some affirmations to help when you're feeling lonely in any situation.

Not seeing people, burnout, no partner and other factors that have placed you in a feeling of isolation can leave us disconnected and lonely.

In time, this can cause us to have negative thoughts and feelings if it's not addressed. Humans need some form of connection, but sometimes this just isn't possible and hence we arrive at this destination for the time being.

However, feelings are fleeting. So with that logic, we have the ability to overcome them. Here are some affirmations for loneliness to help you on your journey to a more pleasant state of mind.

Signs of loneliness

There are many things that contribute to feeling lonely. Dr Julie Smith created this TikTok which highlights some of the most common ones:

Do these resonate with you? Here are a few more signs you're feeling lonely:

• Overwhelming feelings of isolation

• Negative feelings like self-doubt

• Burnout

• Not feeling close to friends or having close relationships with others

Affirmations for loneliness

Now we know why we may feel lonely, it's time to shift our mindset to a healthier one.

Read or write these affirmations to yourself. You can even print them out and stick them on your wall or next to your mirror, so you know to read them when you're feeling lonely.

1. I may be alone, but I don't have to be lonely

2. I can make space for loneliness and still be kind to myself

3. I celebrate solitary moments by making time for myself

4. I am allowed to experience peace right now

5. This loneliness will pass

6. There is nothing wrong with me

7. We're all connected in some way

8. Solitude will give me an opportunity to explore what I want

9. The longest relationship I'll ever have is with myself

10. I can find comfort, peace and tranquillity in these quiet moments

11. Everyone feels lonely at some point. This is normal and it will pass

12. This loneliness I feel is temporary

13. I love and accept myself

14. I don't need others around me all the time to feel happy

15. I need to feel what I'm feeling right now

16. The loneliness I feel isn't something I have to feel all the time

17. I can give myself the things I need to feel better

18. I am comfortable in silence.

19. I am simply disengaging from bad energy

20. I am patient with myself

21. I have people in my life who love me and are there for me; they are always with me in spirit

22. I give myself permission to explore my needs and wants in life during this time

23. I am breaking through the stigma of what loneliness brings

24. I am whole

25. I am confident and comfortable when doing things by myself.

26. Independence empowers me

27. I feel joy and pride in accomplishing things by myself

28. I have the power to change direction

29. I am needed, valued, and appreciated by others

30. I am my own best friend and love myself unconditionally

31. I give myself permission to make time for being sad, then I'll get back up when I feel able to

32. I have overcome many obstacles. I can overcome this too.

33. I am allowed to release myself from feelings of shame.

34. I have people I trust who will give me their support and love during this difficult time.

How to combat loneliness

Loneliness, on some days, can really overcome us and put us down in the dumps. It's especially important to look after your mental health during exam season, a time when you're like to feel lonely because you're locked away studying.

If you're struggling to get out of the rut of loneliness, no matter your situation here are a few tips to help you get there alongside the affirmations above.

Get outside

It's very easy to isolate ourselves when we box ourselves in, literally. So the best thing you can do is get out for a little bit.

You don't necessarily have to meet up with friends if that's too much to handle at the moment. Simply taking a small walk, going to the corner shop or grabbing a coffee and coming back home is a small step to breaking out of loneliness.

Reach out to a loved one

Feeling lonely can throw you into a mindset of thinking people know you're lonely. But nine times of out 10, that's absolutely not the case.

Have you spoke to your friends, family or your partner about how you're feeling? It's definitely worth reaching out. They can offer words of encouragement and the support you need.

Collaborate with someone

Are you working on a project you could use some help with, or want to give a passion project a go? Ask the people around you. And if there's no one willing, there's always someone on the internet to reach out to.

Look for forums in your field or pop a listing up. That way you work towards something you want to do and you still get interaction.

Try journaling prompts

Writing out how you feel might not be the most appealing to some, but we highly recommend it for getting your thoughts on paper. It takes the edge off the negative feelings swirling around your head, and could even help you plan to combat your current feelings.

Try these journaling prompts for loneliness if you're struggling with ideas:

1. What does this loneliness feel like to me?

2. What would help make me feel more connected?

3. What does support feel like?

4. Am I feeling lonely around others or just myself? Why is this?

5. What do people I perceive to be 'happy' do to make themselves that way?

6. My list of affirmations

7. What advice would I give to a friend going through this?

8. In what ways can I be kind to myself?

We hope these affirmations and tips for combatting loneliness help you feel more connected with yourself and others.