It’s not news that we live in an increasingly isolated world. Despite having more ways to connect, rates of loneliness are steadily increasing, thanks to factors including social media and fewer in-person interactions. A lack of meaningful social connection isn’t healthy – but there are effective ways to deal with it. Here, registered social worker and psychotherapist Anita Owusu offers up four strategies for coping with loneliness.

And this week marks the conclusion of our four-week push-up challenge, which focuses on building shoulder strength with clear, easy-to-follow video instructions. If you’re starting from scratch, catch up here.

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