Breaking Through Loneliness: What Actually Works Feeling isolated even when surrounded by people? You're not alone in feeling alone. Pastor Steve shares why we're wired for connection but keep getting disappointed when we expect others to fill our emotional cup. The reality check: 75% of Americans struggle with moderate to extreme loneliness. It literally impacts your physical health like smoking 13+ cigarettes daily. The counter-intuitive solution isn't getting more from people—it's giving more. When you pour into others' lives instead of constantly seeking validation, real relationships form naturally. Bottom line: Seek authentic connection with something bigger than yourself first, then focus on adding value to others' lives rather than extracting it.