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Loneliness in 20s and 30s

Loneliness in 20s and 30s

A safe and reflective space for individuals in their 20s and 30s to explore and share experiences of loneliness. Through guided conversations, this 4-week series fosters connection, self-awareness, and compassion—without judgment or quick fixes. Led by trained facilitators, it’s about listening, understanding, and healing together.

Take this quiz to see if you may be experiencing symptoms of loneliness.

Starts 26th August, 2025

4 Zoom sessions | Every Tuesday at 8:00 PM IST | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Support Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by Counselling Psychologists

Rs. 3,000.00
Rs. 3,000.00
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Goals of the group

● Create a safe and accepting space where participants feel seen and heard in their experiences of loneliness.
● Cultivate a space where participants feel less alone, knowing others share similar struggles, and where they can form supportive connections
● Co-create a community of individuals with similar lived experiences
● Discuss coping strategies which help participants cope with experiences of loneliness

Who is the group for?

This space is for anyone in their 20s and 30s wanting to reflect on their experiences of loneliness, societal expectations and build a community of people with similar lived experiences.

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1: What is my relationship with my loneliness?

- Sharing experiences of loneliness in a safe, confidential space
- Reflecting on our relationship with loneliness and its navigation
- Reflection on our deep connections
- Activities to foster connection and self-awareness
- Share some words/sentences which describe your relationship with your loneliness. These will be kept aside and seen in the 4th session to reflect on any changes in these understandings, if we want to change them or not.

Session 2: Being off the timeline

- Reflecting on the experience of loneliness during transitions in your 20's and being off the timeline
- Reflective questions and activities to foster self awareness, connection and comfort

Session 3: Social media and loneliness

- Reflecting on experiences of social media, connection and isolation, comparison and validation
- Differentiating and reflecting on FOMO vs JOMO (Fear of missing out vs Joy of missing out)
- Redefining connections
- Discussing how to set healthy boundaries with social media
- Activity: scrolling through social media and reflecting on our feelings; further discussion on how we want our social media to be

Session 4: Self-Compassion & Building Meaningful Connections

- How do I speak to myself when I feel lonely?
- What stops me from reaching out or accepting support?
- What kind of connections truly nourish me? - Finding our people: What qualities make a connection feel safe and nourishing?
- Each person writes down one small, realistic action they can take toward self-compassion or building connections (e.g., reaching out to an old friend, joining a group, setting boundaries with negative self-talk).
- Reflection on the descriptions of our relationship with loneliness we discussed in the first session:
- Do we want to stick with the same description?
- Are there any changes/ how?
- What do we want to take away from these changes over the past 4 weeks?

Learn from us & from each other

  • I can’t believe the difference the group has made in my life. Kept looking forward to Saturday sessions. Helped me finally make real progress.

    Nidhi

    Have PMDD

  • Biggest benefit has been listening and learning about what other people are thinking

    Ketan

    Face prolonged emotional distress

  • I just had a very emotional discussion. It was probably one of the most helpful things for me in years.

    Alisha

    Long story

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Meet your Facilitator

Sanjana and Sanya

Sanjana is a counselling psychologist with a year of experience. She works with a mix of person-centred therapy, narrative therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, while also holding a feminist, intersectional, and social justice-oriented lens in the way she relates to people in therapy.

She believes that community plays a big role in our mental health and in how we make sense of life. Through this support group, she hopes to offer a space where people can find connection, comfort, community, and kinship.

Sanya is a psychologist and community mental health professional. She is an ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) practitioner who also draws from narrative therapy and psychodynamic approaches. Sanya believes that the most important relationship we hold is the one with ourselves—and that growth happens through ongoing curiosity about oneself and lots of unlearning, and reconnection. Through this support group, she aims to create a nurturing space where individuals can explore their inner worlds with compassion and build meaningful connections with self and others that foster understanding, love and resilience.

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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

How is confidentiality maintained in Groups?

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. and sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom.

While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

What is SoulUp's refund policy on Groups?

1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

Can I use multiple discounts while signing up for a group?

You can use only 1 type discount while signing up for a group. Cash backs cannot be coupled with discounts either.

* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

How long has SoulUp been around?

SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

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More about Support Groups & Therapy Groups:

1. What is an online therapy or support group?

Online therapy groups or support groups are structured, therapist-led sessions where participants gather virtually to discuss and work on specific mental health or personal growth topics.

These groups offer a supportive environment and help members learn coping strategies and relevant techniques from the therapist. Participants offer each other encouragement, share advice, and provide emotional support, helping one another feel less isolated.

2. What benefits can I expect from joining an online therapy group or support group?

Participants in online therapy groups often experience improved mental health, a greater sense of connection, and enhanced coping skills. Group therapy provides structured guidance from a therapist, which can lead to valuable insights and personal growth.

3. How does online group therapy compare to one-on-one therapy?

One-on-one therapy is personalized, focusing solely on your needs, which can be ideal for in-depth, private work with a therapist.

Online group therapy, however, offers a sense of community and shared experience. In addition to learning from the therapist, members get to connect with others facing similar challenges. Group settings provide diverse perspectives and reduce isolation, which participants find valuable.

4. Are online groups effective?

Yes, studies show that online groups can be as effective as in-person groups. The online format provides convenience and accessibility while offering the same structured therapeutic benefits, especially for those who prefer the comfort of their home environment.

5. Will I have to share my personal journey in the group?

Sharing is encouraged but never forced. Participants are free to share only what they feel comfortable with, and many find that opening up gradually is natural and helpful for their own growth.

6. How do online therapy groups or support groups handle difficult emotions that arise?

The therapist leading the group is trained to manage challenging emotions. They provide tools and strategies for coping, helping participants process feelings safely.

7. Can I attend online therapy groups if I’m already in individual therapy?

Yes, many people find that group therapy superbly complements individual therapy, providing additional insights and social support, thus accelerating their healing. Also, users often join group therapy for a topic that they are not focusing on in their individual therapy sessions. Often, therapists themselves recommend their clients to group therapy for a specific area of their life.

8. How do I know if a support group is right for me?

If you’re looking for shared experiences and emotional support rather than structured therapeutic guidance, a support group may be ideal. Otherwise, consider a therapy group for a more structured approach.

You can also join more than one group if you feel it will benefit you, especially if each group focuses on a different aspect of your mental health journey.