Loneliness and Relearning How to Connect

After the grief of letting go comes something quieter but just as challenging: loneliness. In this episode, I share what it was like to navigate the unexpected isolation that followed my decision to quit drinking—and how setting boundaries, creating space for new relationships, and learning to be with myself transformed that loneliness into something far more meaningful.

We’ll explore:

Why connection doesn’t automatically return after you quit

The three outcomes of setting healthy boundaries (and how each can shape your life)

How building a relationship with yourself—sitting in silence, sitting with grief, and resisting the urge to fill it—can change everything

The Rewilding Your Soul insight that helps us stay open to possibility, even when life feels uncertain

Why authentic connection is a muscle, and how to start exercising it again

If you’ve ever felt like you’re in the “in-between” stage—where your old life is gone but your new one hasn’t fully taken shape yet—this episode is an invitation to slow down, be patient, and discover the connection that starts with you.