Loneliness Lessons from 17th-Century Nuns

Turns out, loneliness isn’t just a modern problem—17th-century nuns dealt with it too, but they had some wild coping strategies. Some embraced solitude for spiritual growth, while others struggled with homesickness and isolation. Their secret? Finding purpose—through prayer, activism, or even nostalgia for better times. Maybe we can borrow a page from their book: meditation, mindfulness, or just chasing something meaningful could help us tackle our own loneliness epidemic. Who knew nuns were the OG self-care influencers? #Loneliness #History #MentalHealth #Health