The root of suffering is the pain of separation, fears and loneliness that arise when we have forgotten intrinsic belonging to each other & to all of life. We look at the epidemic of loneliness predating pandemic, and how loneliness is exacerbated in our current global crisis for those living alone, and for those feeling disconnected to themselves and others. We explore how a courageous practice of compassionate presence can turn the energy of loneliness into a current of healing and freedom.