The ABCs of Community: Part 4 - An Isolated Soul

THE ABCs OF COMMUNITY: PART 4 - AN ISOLATED SOUL

It's easy to feel isolated. We're constantly bombarded with images of perfect lives on social media, and it can be hard not to compare ourselves to others. We may feel like we're the only ones who are struggling, and that we don't have anyone to turn to.

But the truth is, we're all in this together. We're all human beings, and we all experience the same emotions: joy, sadness, anger, fear, and love. We all need support and community.

Isolation is dangerous. It can lead to depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems. It can also make us more susceptible to physical illness.

That's why it's so important to be part of a community. A community is a group of people who support and care for each other. It's a place where you can be yourself, without judgment. It's a place where you can go for help and support when you need it.

There are many different types of communities. You can find a community based on your interests, your values, or your faith. You can find a community online or in person.

If you're feeling isolated, I encourage you to take the first step and reach out to a community. There are people who care about you and want to help. You don't have to go through this alone.

Here are a few tips for finding a community:

• Think about your interests and values. What are you passionate about? What is important to you? Once you know your interests and values, you can start looking for a community that aligns with them.
• Ask your friends and family for recommendations. Do you know anyone who is part of a community that you would be interested in? If so, ask them for recommendations.
• Search online. There are many online communities for people with all sorts of interests. You can find online communities for people who are passionate about sports, music, books, travel, and more.
• Attend local events. There are many local events that can help you connect with people who share your interests. For example, you could attend a book club meeting, a sporting event, or a volunteer event.

Once you've found a community, it's important to be active and engaged. Show up to meetings, participate in discussions, and get to know the other members of the community. It takes time to build relationships, but it's worth it.

Community is essential for our well-being. It's a place where we can be ourselves, without judgment. It's a place where we can go for help and support when we need it. If you're feeling isolated, I encourage you to take the first step and reach out to a community. You don't have to go through this alone.

SHOWNOTES

Today on the podcast, we are finishing our series called the ABCs of community. We have talked about availability, belonging, and consistency. In this episode, we are discussing the flip side of the coin -- isolation. People are sometimes in the proximity of other people, but they still feel isolated because their soul is hurting. Today, we are receiving God's healing power for our souls and recognizing it's never too late to say yes to community. 

Key Highlights of the Episode:

— Some people are with other people, but their soul hurts

— When we don't do life with other people, there are physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual effects

— It's never too late to build community

— God desires us to be in relationship with others and to help each other

— Be a person who can both ask for help and offer help

— People need safe spaces where they can ask for help

—It is not wise to isolate yourself because we were created for relationships

— Be open for God to use you to impact others

— It's time to unite and build strong relationships 

— Embrace a lifestyle of community

— Say yes to community

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