At other times, loneliness could be the result of low self esteem. For example, if a person fears being abandoned, he or she may avoid getting close to others and subsequently feel lonely. This tendency could stem from childhood or adulthood experiences where the individual was badly hurt or rejected. Oddly enough, people who receive a lot of attention can also feel lonely because they believe they are not valued for who they are but because they possess some talent, beauty, or money which, if they lost, would leave them worthless. Loneliness may also be exacerbated by an emotional problem.
Most people periodically feel lonely.
It is a common human experience. Sometimes, however, loneliness can become a lasting and emotionally painful problem. If you find you are lonely because you fear rejection, try to look at yourself objectively. For example, what are some of the qualities a friend might value in you and try to remember that you have these things to offer. Try to find out what things you have in common with others.