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An article by Julie K. Silver, MD with Harvard Medical School offers these tips for lessening loneliness.

· Become a volunteer – choose a cause you believe in and look for opportunities to help; you may be improving your health as well

· Get a pet – the social interaction you have with your pet may have far-reaching benefits; for example, walking your dog is a way to increase your physical activity and it's likely your dog will bring you into contact with other dog owners

· Get an exercise partner or joining a gym – having one or more exercise partners may increase the chances you'll stick with an exercise program while also reducing social isolation

· Organize a weekly book club, card game or other activity you enjoy

She also mentions a book called "Bowling Alone" about how people are becoming disconnected from their family, friends and communities and how we can all reconnect.

For more, visit Bowling Alone.

And as Susan pointed out, being around others is not only more fun, it's good for our health.

May 10, 2008 - 3:43pm

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