Support Groups for Loneliness in India

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Therapist led | 4-6 sessions | Done in small groups

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Loneliness goes beyond the experience of being physically alone and often manifests as the persistent feeling of not being truly understood. Like we could be scrolling through social media, see pictures of friends enjoying themselves, and feel a sharp sense of disconnection. 

This experience does not necessarily stem from a lack of social skills or confidence. Rather, it reflects the deeper feeling of being unseen or misunderstood. However, many people find a place where real understanding and connection can start to develop by joining a support group.

Why Support Groups For Loneliness Actually Work

You may be apprehensive when you join a support group for the first time. Is it time to switch on your camera? Perhaps you're simply overthinking the situation? Will there be anyone who truly gets what you're going through?

Then something occurs. You can feel yourself nodding as someone explains that they stay away from crowded areas because they feel overwhelmed. When someone else shares how they make a single, modest goal every morning to help them feel less stuck, you might want to give it a try.

The atmosphere is unexpected. Just empathy, without raised eyebrows. The therapist guiding the group is bringing it all together, offering prompts and ways that make the conversation more than just small talk.

Week by week, the habit of being there begins to count. You're not merely going to a session. You discover that you are practising connection. And gradually, the weight of loneliness lessens as you come to terms with the fact that you are no longer alone.

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The Not-So-Fun Extras That Come With Loneliness

Loneliness is like carrying around a backpack with things you never asked for. We all have one, but what’s inside can look a little different for each of us. Here are a few things that often end up in the bag:

  • The Overthinking Spiral: Ever sent a text, got no reply for 3 hours, and decided the friendship is officially over? That’s loneliness whispering lies.
  • The Netflix Loop: Clicking “Next Episode” five times in a row because it feels easier than reaching out to someone. We’ve all had these moments.
  • The Social Media Mirage: Scrolling through beach vacations and wedding photos, feeling like everyone else got an invite to life’s party…except you.
  • The Confidence Crash: That sneaky belief that you’re somehow “too much” or “not enough” for people to want to spend time with you.
  • The Energy Drain: Feeling so low that even calling for pizza delivery feels like running a marathon.

Support groups assist you in bearing this burden in a slightly different way. These heavy, enduring emotions begin to ease, like a tight knot finally releasing itself, with the help of a supportive community, professional guidance, doable strategies, and a little perspective.

A Peek Inside a Support Group for Loneliness

Support groups for loneliness follow a gentle, structured journey, with each session building on the last. The emphasis is on expectations and introductions to begin with. It's a space to meet new people, talk about your experiences, and begin to learn why loneliness can be so depriving.

Journaling exercises are introduced following this. You experiment with reflective writing, emotional release exercises, and gratitude prompts. These help you in processing your emotions and identify small, intimate ways to increase your sense of connectedness.

Learning these strategies leads you to reflect on your values, objectives, and priorities, along with creative exercises like vision boarding. This is quite helpful as visually organising everything can be surprisingly inspiring at times, as it gives you the feeling of making a road map for establishing deep connections.

Short films and stories are also incorporated. Reading aloud or watching a video together encourages discussion, enables you to recognise commonalities, and serves as a reminder that hardships and triumphs are more common than we may acknowledge.

Some sessions use laughter or music to emphasise happiness and connection. Sharing your favourite music, spending time together, or engaging in some lighthearted activities improves mood and brings the group into the present.

Finally, movement-based exercises and closing reflections let you express emotions physically and mentally. You get to celebrate little victories, share what you've learned, and create a plan for how to stay in touch after the sessions are over.

Participants begin managing loneliness somewhat differently by the end of the journey. It gradually gets easier to handle and less overwhelming with the help of small routines, new coping mechanisms, and the feeling of being understood.

How Support Groups Help With Loneliness (and More)

Joining a support group is about more than just overcoming loneliness. You're also eliminating the negative effects that often come along with it. Think of it like tackling the boss level and quietly knocking out all the mini-bosses as well. Some of the common challenges can include:

  • Anxiety – that constant hum in your chest that makes even sending a text feel like a big deal.
  • Low self-esteem – the voice in your head that whispers, ‘Why would anyone want to hang out with me?’
  • Sleep issues – late nights spent doom-scrolling or staring at the ceiling because your mind won’t switch off.
  • Overthinking – replaying conversations like you’re editing a movie no one else is watching.
  • Social withdrawal – avoiding invites, not because you don’t want to go, but because you don’t want to feel awkward once you’re there.

Support groups create a safe, structured space where you can untangle these struggles, bit by bit. Listening to others, sharing your own story, and practising new strategies helps you feel lighter, more connected and confident in your day-to-day life.

Who Can Go For A Support Group for Loneliness

Loneliness feels heavy, isolating, and exhausting. Support groups offer a space to lighten that load. They’re open to a wide range of people, including those who are:

  • Feeling alone even with your loved ones around: If you often find yourself surrounded by your set of people but still feel disconnected, a group helps you practice genuine connection.
  • Looking for peer understanding: Sometimes you just want to be heard by people who “get it,” without explaining every detail of your life.
  • Struggling with social anxiety or low confidence: Groups offer a safe space to try out social skills, small talk, or new ways of reaching out.
  • Experiencing mood dips or overthinking: Loneliness often comes with anxiety, low mood, or racing thoughts. Learning coping strategies in a group can make a real difference.
  • Wanting to improve relationships: If loneliness affects friendships, family, or work connections, a group gives you practice in expressing yourself and setting healthy boundaries.
  • Needing routine and accountability: Regular sessions help you stay consistent with connection-building habits and coping strategies.
  • Seeking personal growth: Groups help develop self-compassion, confidence, resilience and practical skills for managing everyday challenges.

Making Loneliness Manageable with SoulUp’s Support Group

Support groups for loneliness are designed to be warm, safe, and engaging. They are held virtually over Zoom, so you can join from the comfort of your own home, without having to feel the pressure of travelling.

Groups are purposefully kept small with only 6 to 8 participants, which makes sure that everyone has room to share, be heard, and receive support. Experienced therapists guide each group, helping members navigate conversations, introducing practical strategies, and maintaining a supportive atmosphere. This environment makes it easier to connect, exchange experiences, and practice strategies without feeling overwhelmed.

By the end of the sessions, each shared story, laughter and sadness, and supportive interaction helps lighten the load, making everyday life feel a little less isolating and a lot more manageable.

FAQs

What are SoulUp Groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

What happens in a group session?

While the format can vary as per topic, here’s a flow that most sessions follow

Check In. Participants check-in with each others' feelings and answer the prompt given by the facilitator if any.

Conversation. Your facilitator will guide the group in a free-flowing conversation—with the goal of sharing openly, talking honestly, and deep emotional connection.

Check Out. Participants share what they're taking away from the session.

What am I going to get out of this?

Participants say that they feel heard, understood, more in control, and a feeling that you’ve got people rooting for you. By talking about your emotions and what's going on in your life, you'll realise that you're not alone and get ideas for how to improve your situation.