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The Distinction Between Being Alone and Being in Solitude
Solitude is not the same as being alone. Social scientists distinguish between the two because solitude is a state free of all inputs, where the only inputs are from God, yourself, and your own thoughts. Many people mistake solitude as a spiritual discipline for introverts only, but it is crucial for both introverts and extroverts. However, there is a danger in using solitude as an excuse for self-indulgence instead of self-sacrifice. Studies show that introverts and extroverts have no difference in their desire for or enjoyment of solitude.