The New Loneliness: Nurturing Meaningful Connections When You Feel Isolated

by Cindi McMenamin

Overview

You Can Overcome Your Feelings of Aloneness

In our age of increased social isolation and growing reliance on technology, genuine connection can feel more difficult than ever. But what if community and closeness are nearer than you thought?

The New Loneliness is about experiencing the authentic relationships God created you for by identifying and overcoming today’s biggest relational obstacles. Cindi McMenamin explores how our current cultural environment and dependence on electronic devices have hindered our ability to connect, and she offers uplifting guidance, biblical insights, and encouraging action steps to help you
 

• release feelings of inadequacy and shame by realigning with how the Lord sees you and understanding His purpose for you
• take confident steps toward nourishing healthy, in-person relationships by learning to slow down and operate from a secure attachment to God
• thrive within new friendships and community with practical guidance for making life more meaningful and preferring faces over screens

 
God did not create us to live in isolation. Journey with the Lord from aloneness to abundance, and flourish as you deepen your relationships with God and others.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780736989640
Publisher:	Harvest House Publishers
Publication date:	01/07/2025
Pages:	256
Sales rank:	305,743
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Cindi McMenamin is an award-winning writer and national speaker who has ministered to women for nearly 40 years. She is the author of 17 books, including When Women Walk Alone (more than 160,000 copies sold) and When a Woman Overcomes Life’s Hurts. As a Bible teacher, her passion is to help women strengthen their walk with God and their relationships. Connect with Cindi at StrengthForTheSoul.com.

Editorial Reviews

If you ever struggle with loneliness, you’ll love this book! The New Loneliness offers biblical solutions to the pain loneliness brings. Filled with comfort, encouragement, and Cindi’s relatable trademark wisdom, you’ll walk away feeling seen, understood, and most of all, equipped to see how God can fill your deepest longings.” 
—Donna Jones, author of Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life; host of That’s Just What I Needed podcast

“Cindi McMenamin has undertaken the timely topic of loneliness in a world where people are counted as ‘friends’ on social media. She shares examples that illustrate how a community of believers can and have provided true friendships by relating with people face to face. This is a well-timed book to have in your library; I have it in mine.”
—Gail Cawley Showalter, author of Living, Learning, Loving

“Are you weary of the pretense of community in today’s culture? Does the threat of being cancelled keep you from being real in your online relationships? You are not alone. At a time when society is most connected, loneliness is at its peak. It’s time to change that. And the change begins with you.  In The New Loneliness, Cindi McMenamin insightfully unpacks the reasons you feel lonely, and more importantly, shows you practical ways to intentionally create connections that will last a lifetime.”
—Rhonda Stoppe, founder of No Regrets Woman; author of Moms Raising Sons to Be Men, If My Husband Would Change I’d Be Happy, and Real-Life Romance

“Cindi masterfully nails the serious problem of the new loneliness, a relentless companion for young and old alike. Loneliness flows like a poisoned river—contaminated with the isolation of shame, the crush of busyness, the pain of suffering, the endless scrolling of screen time, and more. I drank from that poisoned river for many years before God stemmed its flow through His transforming Word of truth. In The New Loneliness, you’ll discover how God’s Word can help you connect in closer companionship with Him, create a more biblical version of yourself, and build valuable relationships that comfort and encourage you. Like Cindi, you’ll find your loneliness is not pointless when God redeems it for His glory.”
—Dawn Wilson, author of Truth Talk for Hurting Hearts; founder of Heart Choices Today and Truth Talk with Dawn

“Cindi McMenamin’s books are always powerful explorations of how God wants to be involved in our lives. In this exemplary book, Cindi not only points to the problems and causes of loneliness but gives us godly, empowering wisdom for connecting with God, our own hearts, and other people. I love her personal stories, which help make truth applicable. I especially appreciate each chapter’s ‘Being Intentional’ section, which is like a combined Bible study and journal. Read this book and face your loneliness confidently, or prepare your heart for times of being lonely.”
—Kathy Collard Miller, international speaker; author of 60 books, including Anger Management—Jesus Style

“Cindi zeroes in on the almost-worldwide affliction of a new kind of loneliness that has produced unwanted depths of emotional isolation. Drawing insights from real-life situations and illuminating biblical perspectives, she offers lifelines through every chapter and reminds us that God assures we can thrive through immense challenges. Cindi’s ‘key seeds’—such as Philippians 4:6-7: God loves us, is for us, and creates purpose in us—are sown throughout the book.”
—Jeannie Linderman, Bible teacher; co-creator of Fresh Start—Evangelical Bible Foundations Study

“There is a high cost when you exchange interpersonal relationships for internet relationships. We may be connected to people around the world through our phones, but day-to-day life has become increasingly lonely. How can we grow closer to God through seasons of loneliness and live in fellowship with others again? Cindi McMenamin offers a book of hope and help for anyone who feels lonely today.”
—Arlene Pellicane, speaker; host of the Happy Home podcast; author of Calm, Cool, and Connected: 5 Digital Habits for a More Balanced Life

“The New Loneliness is an amazing book that will equip and encourage you with practical ways to apply faith-filled steps to move forward from loneliness to trusting others in new ways. It will empower you to live in a new mindset as you begin trusting in your growing relationships with God and others. This book will change your day, life, and godly relationships with friends and family.”
—Jayme Hull, mentor expert and spiritual direction coach

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