The article explores why people feel lonely in their early adulthood. It looks at how personal traits like optimism and pessimism, as well as values, can affect how lonely someone feels. The study found that students who are pessimistic about their future are more likely to feel lonely now. On the other hand, students who are optimistic about their future tend to feel less lonely. The research also showed that being selfish doesn't really impact how lonely someone feels. Overall, the study suggests that how we feel about being alone is influenced by our personality traits and values.