In this episode, I sit down with Chad Olson, a licensed marriage and family therapist and the director of the St. George Institute, to discuss the struggles of loneliness and isolation that many single adults face. We talk about the mental and emotional toll prolonged isolation can have, why loneliness can sometimes cause people to shut others out, and how to remain open to emotional intimacy even in difficult moments. Chad also shares sustainable skills and practices that can help when feelings of loneliness feel especially heavy, and we imagine what could change if we restructured the way we approach dating, community, and connection to better address the loneliness epidemic. This conversation offers practical tools and hopeful perspectives for anyone navigating the challenges of being on their own.