View Loneliness Differently (published in 2021)
Being alone can either mean being lonely or being in solitude. See the difference? In one case, you're *by* yourself and in the other you're *with* yourself.
Our mental states are everything. How you view yourself and your environment can mean the difference between living in hell or not.
If you find yourself alone, treat it as a sacred time. Get to know yourself. Be better. Examine your self-perceived flaws, judgements, preconceptions, and questions. This is where true growth occurs.
The relationship that you have with yourself is the most profound one that you'll ever have with anyone in your life. Cultivate it with compassion and understanding always.
Thanks for reading,
Alan
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