Solitude Has Benefits!
Solitude can be the best gift you give yourself. Solitude is an intentional period of time that you set aside, just for yourself to reconnect, within oneself.
Here are just a few science-backed reasons for spending time alone:
· Alone time increases empathy. …
· Solitude increases productivity. …
· Solitude sparks creativity. …
· Being alone can help you build mental strength. …
· Solitude may reduce behavior problems in kids. …
· Being alone gives you an opportunity to plan your life.
· Being alone can boost happiness
· Being alone can reduce stress.
· Being alone you can connect with your spirituality.
· Being alone you can renew your energy.
How to find your solitude?
Go offline. Put down your cell phone, tablet, laptop and disconnect from social media.
Pick a place. Create a space to practice your solitude.
Find your joy. Be it reading, dancing, sketching, meditating, taking a bath or going on a long walk.
Write it out. Journaling is a powerful tool for self-connection.
Release your guilt. Take this time for you.
