Hope Prevails Blogs

Waiting can feel prickly, noisy, and strangely exhausting. A five minute delay can feel like fifty, especially when it touches something important such as health results, school feedback, a reply from someone you care about, or an application that matters. If you have ever wondered why waiting feels bigger than the clock says, you are not alone.

Feeling alone is not the same as being alone. In therapy, this distinction shapes how we assess risk, build resilience, and coach practical skills for nervous system regulation. Loneliness is the pain of disconnection, even when people are nearby. Solitude is restorative, intentional time with oneself.