I don't necessarily believe in anything, but being there and doing certain activities like prayers, rites, etc. actually kind of touch me in some level it's hard to explain. It makes me appreciate nature while hiking. It certainly wasn't the same when I was younger and more ambitious. I would not have believed I'd go out my way to memorize prayers, poems, rites willingly. The opportunity to make friends with older folks, mentor younger people, and see other "normalcies" expand my perspective on life and happier as a result. Overall, healthy communities help a lot in terms of dealing with loneliness, you feel a sense of belonging rather than just wandering without purpose or just focusing on unhealthy obsession stuff.