On solitude being bliss
This is a contribution post and a CauseAChatter Story by Smita Saksena
Solitude is the place where silence allows us to listen.
– Greg Robinson, Mark Rose
Alone, not lonely
It can be blissful to just be with oneself and feel good to not talk to anyone about anything at times. It could be called being alone; I like to refer to it as solitude because it is a means of reconnecting with oneself by disconnecting from the outside world for some time. We rarely have time for ourselves due to our hectic lives and work schedules.
I use being in solitary confinement to unwind and gain new perspectives on my life.
Don’t confuse solitude with loneliness; being alone of your own free will and being lonely are two distinct experiences.
Even when we are a part of a known group, many of us may still experience feelings of isolation. However, if you attempt to comprehend the true meaning of the word “solitude,” you will never experience loneliness in solitude.
Mostly solitude has come to resemble meditation, but it is still misunderstood and equated with loneliness. This is because we are taught from the beginning to be social, to have family and friends, and to follow social norms. It is frowned upon to remain alone. It’s thought to be a depressing state that we ought to steer clear of anyway.
It’s important to have ‘me-time’
We need each other to survive, and if you keep good relationships with other people, that’s real happiness.
That’s true, and we typically do that.
However, getting some “me time” or spending time alone is a big no. Why so? I think that when we have the opportunity to be with ourselves, to be with our thoughts without interruption, that becomes the foundation for self-reflection and a better understanding of who we are.
Additionally, to maintain our sanity and maintain a sense of balance in our lives, we essentially need to have some kind of “Me-time”.
However, the irony is that nobody is there to explain to us the significance of this ‘Me-Time’ in solitude and reflection.
Recognize the distinction
Individuals must recognize the distinction between solitude and loneliness. We cultivate creativity, self-reflection, and tranquillity when we are alone, allowing us to focus positively and deeply on our whole being.
Loneliness, on the other hand, is a feeling of being apart from the world and a harsh sense of lacking something.
We need to give the practice of spending time alone a shot. Additionally, you need not devote too much time to being with yourself. Even a half-an-hour alone time can help you re-energize if you want to reap the benefits of solitude. If you have trouble finding time to sit quietly by yourself, you should probably find a way to do so more than ever. You are busy, so spending some quality time alone will help you more. In fact, everyone should make it a top priority to schedule some quiet time for themselves.
The power of solitude
- Solitude is pure happiness and puts you in a receptive state for genuine self-transformation.
- You can rekindle your connection to your soul.
- You can find yourself in solitude and enjoy the peace and quiet that comes with being by yourself.
- In addition to boosting creativity and productivity, solitude is essential for regaining energy, tranquility, and an emotional connection with oneself.
- You can concentrate on your interests, priorities, and personal development when you are alone.
Final Thoughts
Did you know that artists and creative people frequently seek solitude?
Because being by yourself encourages productivity and creativity.
The fact of the matter is that happiness cannot be found in any relationship or activity until you find it within yourself.
The goal of solitude is to concentrate on yourself, your priorities, your passions, find new hope, get inspired to do or be better, or perhaps take that much-needed break to unwind in peace. The idea is simple but works well. Take a walk, meditate, plan a solo trip, write a journal, or meditate to re-energize yourself.
And give yourself that much needed quiet time.
Smita Saksena is a blogger, author of four books and mother to a lovely girl. She likes to compose stories, quotes, poetries and blogs on various niche and mostly prefers to advocate for psychological wellness issues and women empowerment. She has worked with renowned online platforms like Momspresso, Women’s Web, Blogchatter, Pratilipi and many more. Additionally, her work got published in Newspapers like Rajasthan Patrika and Gyan Savera and in Magzine like Vanita. Smita is creative mind behind “Roots And Wings By Smita” – her blissful spot to offer her viewpoints.
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