@Cassidy White That’s a deep and heartfelt question thank you for asking. Loneliness is something every human feels at some point, especially in seasons of transition. The true north truth about loneliness is this: it is not solved by simply filling the silence with people, but by first grounding yourself in who you are and why you’re there. If you know your identity, worth and your purpose, you won’t compromise your standards for the sake of quick connections. When building community in a new place, start by showing up consistently in spaces that align with values of depth. Faith communities, interest groups, service opportunities, or professional circles. Depth grows from shared values and purpose. Be patient; real friendships take time, but they will come if you invest with intention. As for grieving imperfect goodbyes, recognize that loneliness before leaving is part of the process it means you care deeply. I have often found that most people don’t have the depth in life that I do. I am blessed to be married to a wife for 31 years that has more depth than I could ever imagine having. Don’t force others to give you what they can’t; release them with gratitude for what they’ve given you so far, even if it doesn’t look like the goodbye you wanted. Also understand that, even though there’s a disconnect now, it is important to maintain those friendships. Sometimes people just do not know how to maintain friendship and relationships. But there’s nothing like old lifelong friendships the older you get the more they mean. Do not break the friendship out of your own pain. Carry forward the love you’ve known, but open your heart to the love you haven’t discovered yet. True north: loneliness isn’t just an emptiness to escape; it’s an invitation to deeper self-knowledge, stronger faith, and a more intentional connection with the right people. It can be a gift that teaches you to choose friendships out of wholeness, not out of urgency.