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Half of Americans feel lonely around the holidays. These conversation starters can help build connection.

LifeStance’s 2025 report says loneliness is often tied to grief, social anxiety and family changes, while 69% feel pressure to seem happier.

  • LifeStance’s 2025 Holiday Mental Health Report found that 51% of Americans feel lonely around the holidays, including while with loved ones.
  • Feeling more connected and less lonely can begin with asking one question.
  • Effective conversation starters encourage meaningful discussion and show genuine interest in another person.
  • Questions can be asked while treating deeper conversation as an invitation rather than a requirement.
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Half of Americans feel lonely around the holidays. These conversation starters can help build connection.

LifeStance reports over half of Americans feel lonely during the holidays. Conversation starters can foster genuine connections and ease the loneliness.

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Helena Independent Record broke the news in Helena, United States on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
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