You Don’t Have to Be Alone to Feel Lonely — Loneliness Awareness Week 2025
Loneliness is often misunderstood as a problem faced only by people who are alone. But new research shows many of us feel disconnected even in relationships, families, or crowded social lives. This article, written to mark Global Loneliness Awareness Week (9–15 June), explores the rising health concerns around loneliness, its hidden presence in modern relationships, and how Get Out was founded to offer not just company — but purpose, connection, and joy.
Pride Is a Protest, a Celebration and a Lifeline
Pride Month didn’t begin with rainbow merch — it began with resistance. In 2025, it’s still both a protest and a lifeline. This article explores the ongoing fight for LGBTQIA+ rights, the impact of loneliness on our community, and how live music and Pride events offer more than celebration — they offer connection.
Move Your Body, Heal Your Mind.
Loneliness doesn’t always announce itself with silence — sometimes it hides behind sore joints, low moods, and the vague ache of being out of sync. But movement, especially when shared, can shift that. Whether it’s travel, a fitness class, or a walk with someone who gets it, moving your body can change your mind.
Where Are My People?
At nearly 40, I’m realising I’ve never really had that lifelong friendship many people seem to take for granted. I’ve always had people around — but not always beside me. Sobriety, shifting values, and the scenic route through life have left me craving something deeper. This is a story about friendship, gay men, and the quiet ache of wondering: Where are my people?
In Trust We Begin: How Trust Transforms Loneliness Into Connection
Loneliness is often framed as a lack of company—but what if it’s actually a lack of trust? In this deeply personal and evidence-backed piece, we explore how broken trust shapes queer disconnection, why epistemic trust matters more than we realise, and how rebuilding trust (in ourselves and others) might be the most powerful antidote to isolation. With insights from So Lonely, Arthur C. Brooks, Esther Perel, and lived experience, this article offers practical strategies for cultivating meaningful, resilient connection.
The Hard Work of Happiness
We’re often sold the idea that happiness is a passive state—something we stumble into with enough time, money, or success. But research tells a different story. True happiness requires effort, intention, and sometimes a little discomfort. In this piece, we explore the neuroscience, psychology, and personal habits that shape lasting happiness—and why it might be the hardest (and most worthwhile) work of all.
IDAHOBIT 2025: We’ve Come So Far — But Let’s Not Pretend It’s Enough
This IDAHOBIT, Brodie reflects on the growing global backlash against LGBTQIA+ rights, the urgency of building genuine inclusion in healthcare, and the loneliness crisis facing queer communities. Drawing on his lived experience, hospital leadership roles, and work with Get Out and MindOUT, Brodie makes a powerful case for why visibility must be backed by action — and why connection is the most radical form of care we can offer.
Australia Chooses Connection: Because Culture Wars Won’t Save Us
In a world that often feels divided, Australia is quietly choosing something better: connection. From creative expression to casual conversation, our shared humanity is holding the line against cynicism, culture wars, and loneliness — one friendship at a time.
Becoming the Role Models We Needed: Why Community Building Must Go Deeper
Today’s world is flooded with hollow role models and quick-fix connection promises — but real belonging, real resilience, and real role models aren’t found overnight. They’re built, deliberately and patiently, by communities willing to do the deeper work. At Get Out, we're committed to being part of that future.
It’s Not Just You: Why Loneliness Feels So Complicated Right Now
Loneliness in 2025 feels more personal, more misunderstood, and—for queer folks—more complex than ever. This heartfelt piece explores how social connection, chronic illness, internalised stigma, and our digital lives are shaping modern loneliness, and why the answer isn’t just more socialising—it’s better, deeper, more intentional community.
Loneliness at Work: Why Queer People Feel It More, and What We Can Do
Loneliness at work is real — and for LGBTQIA+ people, it can be even more isolating. From invisible pressures to "be less gay" to the health impacts of feeling unseen, this story explores why workplace connection matters, and what we can do to build it. Backed by data, lived experience, and some real talk.
Building Better Friendships in 2025: Connection Takes Effort
Friendship in adulthood isn’t effortless — it takes time, intention, and a little creativity. As our lives evolve, so do our friendships, but making meaningful connections in 2025 is still possible. Here’s how to nurture relationships that truly matter.
Reclaiming Connection: Why Loneliness Doesn’t Have to Be Inevitable
Loneliness isn’t just about being alone—it’s about how we connect (or don’t). Instead of drowning in the narrative that disconnection is inevitable, Reclaiming Connection is about taking back control, stepping away from our screens, and choosing real, meaningful interactions. Whether it’s making friends as an adult, building connections at work, or breaking free from the doomscrolling trap, this piece is a reminder that community doesn’t just happen—you create it.
Ten Years Single: Lessons in Love, Loneliness, and Living Fully
For over a decade, I’ve navigated life single — not dabbling, not settling, just learning to live life more fully and authentically. This time has taught me profound lessons in love, loneliness, and embracing life beyond traditional expectations. It’s not about finding someone to complete me; it’s about discovering the richness of independence, self-discovery, and meaningful connections.
The Calendar Conundrum: What Our Schedules Say About Our Values
If your calendar is a reflection of what you truly value, what is it telling you? Are you prioritising what matters most or getting lost in the busyness of life? It’s time to reclaim your time and reconnect with purpose.
Are You Lonely Without Realising It?
As we enter 2025, are you truly connected, or just occupied? Loneliness is sneaky — it thrives in the routines we think are fulfilling. Let’s challenge the status quo and build real-world connections together.
Why Do We Feel Lonely in a World Full of Connection?
Loneliness isn’t just about being alone; it’s about feeling emotionally disconnected — even in relationships or social settings. Explore how meaningful connections, authenticity, and community can help combat loneliness in a hyper-connected yet isolating world.
Tending Your Mental Health Garden: Building Resilience and Connection in 2025
As we step into 2025, nurturing your mental health requires intentional care. From recognising triggers and fostering connections to building resilience through consistent habits, here’s how to cultivate a fulfilling and connected year.
The Paradox of Loneliness: Why We Need Real Connections, Not Just More Friends
Loneliness doesn’t discriminate — even those with plenty of friends can feel isolated. Drawing from my personal journey, this article explores the hidden behaviours that fuel loneliness and how Get Out is helping redefine connection and community in today’s digital world.
Feeling Lonely This Christmas? You Are Not Alone
The festive season often highlights loneliness for many. Discover the profound effects of loneliness, inspiring community solutions, and how simple acts of kindness can transform isolation into belonging this Christmas.