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The Loneliness We Don't Always Talk About

Belonging
with Jesse
Starting Jul 06, 2026 5PM UTC

About this Session

A session for exploring isolation, connection, and what it means to feel truly seen.

Loneliness isn’t always being alone.

Sometimes it looks like sitting in a crowded room and feeling disconnected. Sometimes it shows up after a move, a breakup, a life transition, or the slow fading of friendships. Sometimes it arrives even when we have people around us.

In a world that is more connected than ever, many of us are quietly carrying feelings of isolation, disconnection, and longing for deeper relationships.

In this session, we’ll explore the many forms loneliness can take and the ways it shapes our lives. We’ll talk about feeling misunderstood, struggling to find community, craving deeper connection, and the vulnerability that comes with reaching out to others.

This isn’t a space to fix loneliness or offer simple solutions. It’s a space to talk honestly about an experience that touches nearly all of us at some point.

This session is for you if:

  • You’ve been feeling isolated or disconnected lately
  • You’re struggling to find a sense of belonging
  • You miss deeper friendships or meaningful connection
  • You’re navigating a major life transition
  • You feel lonely even when surrounded by people
  • You want a space to talk openly about connection and community

You don’t need to have the right words or answers. If you’ve ever felt alone in what you’re carrying, this session is for you. 💛

About this Space

Belonging is the space where we ask: Where do I fit in the world, and where do I fit within myself?

It’s about identity, home, community, and the quiet ache of wanting to be understood. In this space, we explore the places where we feel connected, the moments where we feel othered, and the relationships that shape our sense of self.

This is a space for the in-between places where belonging changes, breaks, rebuilds, or surprises us.

How Does it Work?
This is an open, guided discussion led by your Keeper, Jesse. Each participant will have the opportunity to listen to and share experiences on belonging, identity, community, and whatever else comes up during the session.

When and How Do We Meet?
We meet digitally every couple of weeks to make participation easy for those with demanding schedules. Cameras are optional, and you’re welcome to join from wherever you are, even between shifts. We only ask that you find a private place to join or use headphones to help maintain the security of everyone present.

Meet the Keeper

Jesse

Between Texas and Italy

Hey there! I'm Jesse. My professional background is in communications and advocacy and I'm passionate about making the world a safer, more just place to live in. I've studied and worked across issue areas and organizations.

Originally from Austin, Texas, I now live in Italy. Outside of work, I love …

Reach out to the Keeper: jesse@totem.org
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