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Johannes Carl discusses his project aimed at helping young adults cope with loneliness and find a sense of belonging through psychoeducational workshops.

Highlights

๐ŸŽถ First meeting: Johannes introduces himself and his project on loneliness.

๐Ÿ’” Loneliness: A common yet unspoken experience among young people.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Prevention focus: Addressing loneliness before it becomes chronic.

๐ŸŽ“ Workshops: Offering psychoeducational sessions at universities.

๐Ÿค Connection: Creating spaces for shared experiences to combat loneliness.

๐ŸŒ Collaboration: Encouraging outreach and partnership for broader impact.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Online presence: Available on social media for support and connection.

Key Insights

๐Ÿ’ฌ Johannes emphasizes that loneliness is a normal experience, especially during life transitions. Acknowledging this can reduce stigma and promote open conversations.

๐Ÿง  By integrating psychology into workshops, participants gain tools to understand their feelings of loneliness and develop coping strategies, enhancing emotional well-being.

๐Ÿ”„ Loneliness is framed as a societal issue rather than an individual failing, fostering a collective responsibility to address it.

๐ŸŒฑ Understanding personal values and needs is crucial for forming deeper connections with others, which is essential for combating loneliness.

๐Ÿ’ก Engaging formats like โ€œauthentic friendingโ€ workshops encourage participants to connect on a meaningful level, making the learning process more enjoyable and impactful.

๐ŸŒ Johannes invites international collaboration, indicating that loneliness is a widespread concern that transcends geographical boundaries.

๐Ÿค— The initiative seeks to create supportive environments where young adults can share their experiences, thereby validating their feelings and promoting social cohesion.

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