This article was co-authored by Chloe Carmichael, PhD . Chloe Carmichael, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist who runs a private practice in New York City. Chloe received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University in Brooklyn, New York. She has instructed undergraduate courses at Long Island University and has served as adjunct faculty at the City University of New York. She focuses on relationship issues, stress management, and career coaching. This article has been viewed 371,320 times.

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If you often feel lonely, even when you are surrounded by other people, don’t give up hope! If you feel more lonely in crowds, spend more time socializing in more intimate groups with people you know well. Try asking people about themselves, like where they grew up or what they do for a living, to quickly find people with common interests. If you are a shy person, master the art of conversation with lots of practice. On the other hand, if you feel drained by talking and entertaining people, try connecting with others by listening more and talking less. For more tips from our Mental Health co-author, like how to seek help from a professional counselor, read on!