The speaker suggests that platforms like TikTok are convenient for connecting with people who are going through similar experiences, adding an activity to your day, joining fitness groups and breaking out of your comfort zone can help overcome loneliness during the pandemic.
The speaker considers getting a cat as a pet, following a conversation with a friend who got a cat on the recommendation of her therapist to alleviate loneliness and isolation. Getting a cat has been shown to provide companionship and happiness to those who live alone and experience isolation or loneliness.
Take advantage of the free time and enjoy time alone with yourself this holiday season. Suggestions include planning a fun day for yourself, making your space cozy with new holiday scented candles and string lights, or creating content about your life like making TikTok videos or baking cookies.
The choice of spending the holidays alone or going on a date is entirely up to you. Do whatever makes you enjoy the holidays and feel the best.
In this podcast episode, the speaker talks about how she loved reading books since she was a child, how she still loves it and how it's the perfect idea to spend a holiday season, especially if spent alone. She also invites suggestions and considers herself to be a nerd in this regard.