Thriveworks Counseling, Grand Rapids, we’ve noticed that the city continues to grow and change. As it does, it is providing more opportunities to get out into the community and meet like-minded individuals for networking, friendship and romantic relationships. If you are stuck in a “social isolation” rut and are looking for some fresh, new ways to get out into the community, here are some tips and ideas. 1. Join a networking group or professional club There is a plethora of networking groups in Grand Rapids. They often don’t cost much to join, meet regularly and provide ample opportunity to meet people interested in the same things you are. Choose something that speaks to you and join up! Some examples include: Grand Rapids Young Professionals Business Network International Inforum Referral website for more 2. Try something new This great city offers many different types of classes and interesting educational opportunities. Everything from cooking, to hot yoga, belly dancing, drama and fencing — some of these classes are even offered for free! 3. Volunteer Sometimes a great way to get to know others, and to better know ourselves, is to volunteer for something we are passionate about. This is a great way to get involved in the community and meet other people, while doing something positive at the same time. 4. Explore There are some really wonderful places to explore in Grand Rapids. Sometimes we don’t take advantage of some of the most fascinating places in our own cities. I am guilty of living 5 minutes from Lake Michigan and never making it to the beach! You never know who you could meet or what you could learn by exploring some of the following: Frederik Meijer Gardens Grand Rapids Downtown Market Wander through the Amway Grand Hotel Go on a Guided tour (how about letting someone else show you around?) ExperienceGR is a great resource and even have suggested itineraries (you don’t even have to plan anything!) * – Ask the staff to show you around and tell you some history (this is one of my personal favorites). I love everything about this space! I found the staff to be especially accommodating and kind to our requests for information and history. 5. Take a drive Southwest Michigan is one of the most beautiful places in our country. We have some of the best beaches in the world! From lighthouses, to fabulous small downtowns, antiques and wineries – the places to explore are endless! Some suggestions include: Saugatuck Wonderful restaurants, downtown area, nightlife and arts/art galleries South Haven Fabulous and accessible beaches, quaint downtown, great festivals, several wineries have also popped up in the area lately Lakeshore Harvest Country (New Buffalo/Buchanan area) Wineries galore! This area has become quite the hub for wineries and wine tours. Amazing architecture, beautiful scenery and New Buffalo is even home to a world class casino. Are You Struggling with Socializing? Do you have reservations or concerns about stepping outside of your comfort zone to meet new people and try new things? How about working on those fears with a Thriveworks counselor or coach? At Thriveworks Counseling Grand Rapids, we can focus on helping you overcome the obstacles that are in the way of you feeling fulfilled and happy. Give us a call today at 616-425-2176 to schedule your first session!
7 min read If you struggle with feeling lonely when you’re single, take a deep look within and find fulfillment in yourself Taylor Bennett 3 min read If you’re feeling lonely after a breakup, fill that empty void with healthy activities and learn to prioritize yourself Jacob Kountz 12 min read What is loneliness? Common causes of loneliness and how to heal from it Hannah DeWitt 9 min read Overcoming Loneliness and Isolation: 7 Counseling Tips Anthony Centore, PhD 3 min read Do you feel lonely after moving to a new city? Here’s how you can fight back against those feelings Taylor Bennett 3 min read Spend time alone without feeling lonely: A simple, beneficial self-care strategy Taylor Bennett 3 min read Feelings of loneliness are normal, but you can learn to enjoy your solitude instead and turn your time alone into a positive experience Taylor Bennett 3 min read How to cure loneliness: Is spending time alone an unexpected remedy? Taylor Bennett 3 min read Welcome spontaneity, challenge feelings of loneliness and isolation Taylor Bennett 2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett No comments yet Disclaimer The information on this page is not intended to replace assistance, diagnosis, or treatment from a clinical or medical professional. Readers are urged to seek professional help if they are struggling with a mental health condition or another health concern. If you’re in a crisis, do not use this site. Please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use these resources to get immediate help. Find a provider ... Award-winning online & in-person therapy, covered by insurance. Call us to book Our team is happy to help you schedule your first session. Call (833) 966-4233 Book online Find the right provider for you. Book your session online yourself in just a few easy steps. Find a provider
3 min read If you’re feeling lonely after a breakup, fill that empty void with healthy activities and learn to prioritize yourself Jacob Kountz 12 min read What is loneliness? Common causes of loneliness and how to heal from it Hannah DeWitt 9 min read Overcoming Loneliness and Isolation: 7 Counseling Tips Anthony Centore, PhD 3 min read Do you feel lonely after moving to a new city? Here’s how you can fight back against those feelings Taylor Bennett 3 min read Spend time alone without feeling lonely: A simple, beneficial self-care strategy Taylor Bennett 3 min read Feelings of loneliness are normal, but you can learn to enjoy your solitude instead and turn your time alone into a positive experience Taylor Bennett 3 min read How to cure loneliness: Is spending time alone an unexpected remedy? Taylor Bennett 3 min read Welcome spontaneity, challenge feelings of loneliness and isolation Taylor Bennett 2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett No comments yet Disclaimer The information on this page is not intended to replace assistance, diagnosis, or treatment from a clinical or medical professional. Readers are urged to seek professional help if they are struggling with a mental health condition or another health concern. If you’re in a crisis, do not use this site. Please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use these resources to get immediate help. Find a provider ... Award-winning online & in-person therapy, covered by insurance. Call us to book Our team is happy to help you schedule your first session. Call (833) 966-4233 Book online Find the right provider for you. Book your session online yourself in just a few easy steps. Find a provider
12 min read What is loneliness? Common causes of loneliness and how to heal from it Hannah DeWitt 9 min read Overcoming Loneliness and Isolation: 7 Counseling Tips Anthony Centore, PhD 3 min read Do you feel lonely after moving to a new city? Here’s how you can fight back against those feelings Taylor Bennett 3 min read Spend time alone without feeling lonely: A simple, beneficial self-care strategy Taylor Bennett 3 min read Feelings of loneliness are normal, but you can learn to enjoy your solitude instead and turn your time alone into a positive experience Taylor Bennett 3 min read How to cure loneliness: Is spending time alone an unexpected remedy? Taylor Bennett 3 min read Welcome spontaneity, challenge feelings of loneliness and isolation Taylor Bennett 2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett No comments yet Disclaimer The information on this page is not intended to replace assistance, diagnosis, or treatment from a clinical or medical professional. Readers are urged to seek professional help if they are struggling with a mental health condition or another health concern. If you’re in a crisis, do not use this site. Please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use these resources to get immediate help. Find a provider ... Award-winning online & in-person therapy, covered by insurance. Call us to book Our team is happy to help you schedule your first session. Call (833) 966-4233 Book online Find the right provider for you. Book your session online yourself in just a few easy steps. Find a provider
9 min read Overcoming Loneliness and Isolation: 7 Counseling Tips Anthony Centore, PhD 3 min read Do you feel lonely after moving to a new city? Here’s how you can fight back against those feelings Taylor Bennett 3 min read Spend time alone without feeling lonely: A simple, beneficial self-care strategy Taylor Bennett 3 min read Feelings of loneliness are normal, but you can learn to enjoy your solitude instead and turn your time alone into a positive experience Taylor Bennett 3 min read How to cure loneliness: Is spending time alone an unexpected remedy? Taylor Bennett 3 min read Welcome spontaneity, challenge feelings of loneliness and isolation Taylor Bennett 2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett No comments yet Disclaimer The information on this page is not intended to replace assistance, diagnosis, or treatment from a clinical or medical professional. Readers are urged to seek professional help if they are struggling with a mental health condition or another health concern. If you’re in a crisis, do not use this site. Please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use these resources to get immediate help. Find a provider ... Award-winning online & in-person therapy, covered by insurance. Call us to book Our team is happy to help you schedule your first session. Call (833) 966-4233 Book online Find the right provider for you. Book your session online yourself in just a few easy steps. Find a provider
3 min read Do you feel lonely after moving to a new city? Here’s how you can fight back against those feelings Taylor Bennett 3 min read Spend time alone without feeling lonely: A simple, beneficial self-care strategy Taylor Bennett 3 min read Feelings of loneliness are normal, but you can learn to enjoy your solitude instead and turn your time alone into a positive experience Taylor Bennett 3 min read How to cure loneliness: Is spending time alone an unexpected remedy? Taylor Bennett 3 min read Welcome spontaneity, challenge feelings of loneliness and isolation Taylor Bennett 2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett No comments yet Disclaimer The information on this page is not intended to replace assistance, diagnosis, or treatment from a clinical or medical professional. Readers are urged to seek professional help if they are struggling with a mental health condition or another health concern. If you’re in a crisis, do not use this site. Please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use these resources to get immediate help. Find a provider ... Award-winning online & in-person therapy, covered by insurance. Call us to book Our team is happy to help you schedule your first session. Call (833) 966-4233 Book online Find the right provider for you. Book your session online yourself in just a few easy steps. Find a provider
3 min read Spend time alone without feeling lonely: A simple, beneficial self-care strategy Taylor Bennett 3 min read Feelings of loneliness are normal, but you can learn to enjoy your solitude instead and turn your time alone into a positive experience Taylor Bennett 3 min read How to cure loneliness: Is spending time alone an unexpected remedy? Taylor Bennett 3 min read Welcome spontaneity, challenge feelings of loneliness and isolation Taylor Bennett 2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett No comments yet Disclaimer The information on this page is not intended to replace assistance, diagnosis, or treatment from a clinical or medical professional. Readers are urged to seek professional help if they are struggling with a mental health condition or another health concern. If you’re in a crisis, do not use this site. Please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use these resources to get immediate help. Find a provider ... Award-winning online & in-person therapy, covered by insurance. Call us to book Our team is happy to help you schedule your first session. Call (833) 966-4233 Book online Find the right provider for you. Book your session online yourself in just a few easy steps. Find a provider
3 min read Feelings of loneliness are normal, but you can learn to enjoy your solitude instead and turn your time alone into a positive experience Taylor Bennett 3 min read How to cure loneliness: Is spending time alone an unexpected remedy? Taylor Bennett 3 min read Welcome spontaneity, challenge feelings of loneliness and isolation Taylor Bennett 2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett No comments yet Disclaimer The information on this page is not intended to replace assistance, diagnosis, or treatment from a clinical or medical professional. Readers are urged to seek professional help if they are struggling with a mental health condition or another health concern. If you’re in a crisis, do not use this site. Please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use these resources to get immediate help.
3 min read How to cure loneliness: Is spending time alone an unexpected remedy? Taylor Bennett 3 min read Welcome spontaneity, challenge feelings of loneliness and isolation Taylor Bennett 2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett No comments yet Disclaimer The information on this page is not intended to replace assistance, diagnosis, or treatment from a clinical or medical professional. Readers are urged to seek professional help if they are struggling with a mental health condition or another health concern. If you’re in a crisis, do not use this site. Please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use these resources to get immediate help.
3 min read Welcome spontaneity, challenge feelings of loneliness and isolation Taylor Bennett 2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett
2 min read 3 Habits That Are Making You Lonely Jon Negroni 3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett
3 min read Soothe your lonely feelings with acceptance and positivity Taylor Bennett 4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett
4 min read Loneliness is one of many struggles that come with depression. Here’s how you can defy the disease and work through these lonely feelings Taylor Bennett