Navigating Loneliness: Embracing Solitude for Balance
Dec 4, 2023
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Exploring the difference between loneliness and solitude, learning from personal experiences, insights from a silent retreat, and recognizing and addressing loneliness.
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Loneliness is an emotional space that can make you feel isolated even in a crowd, while solitude can be rejuvenating and chosen.
Recognizing the difference between solitude and loneliness is key, and reaching out to connect with others can help combat loneliness and enjoy moments of solitude.
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Recognizing the difference between loneliness and solitude
Solitude can be rejuvenating and chosen, while loneliness is an emotional space that can make you feel isolated even in a crowd. The speaker shares her experience of feeling loneliness while on the road for work, and how it contrasted with the festive environment around her. She learned to recognize her loneliness and found ways to reconnect with others to enjoy the crowd instead of feeling isolated.
Practical ways to work with loneliness and embrace solitude
The speaker offers practical tips to work with loneliness and embrace solitude. The first step is to recognize the difference between solitude and loneliness by paying attention to how you feel. When solitude starts turning into loneliness, she advises reaching out to connect with others through simple calls, messages, or engaging with people in everyday life. Finally, she emphasizes embracing moments of solitude to rejuvenate, reflect, and relax.
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Exploring the Difference Between Loneliness and Solitude