How to Transform Yourself in Solitude | Useful Ways to Spend Time Alone

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Hermits, regardless of why they’ve chosen their lifestyles, may have closed themselves off from one world; they’ve gained another: a world that’s potentially much deeper and fulfilling. It’s no surprise that hermits have appeared in many cultures in human history. Another example are the Christian desert mothers like Syncletica of Alexandria who abandoned the city and spent the rest of her life in a crypt. Or Hindu philosopher Ramana Maharshi who meditated for many years at a temple, and Rabbi Yosef Yozel Horowitz who spent years of his life in seclusion.

But even though a stronger connection with God and the prospect of enlightenment are the grounds on which these hermits secluded themselves; there’s also a more mundane reason why spending time alone can be beneficial: it’s an opportunity for self-transformation.
Being alone can be a transformative experience if we utilize it correctly; which is backed up by numerous accounts in the field of psychology (see links in the description) as well as philosophy and spiritual teachings like Buddhism.

Now, this video doesn’t recommend becoming a hermit nor socially isolated in ways that are unhealthy and destructive, or gives any ‘advice’ for that matter. Solitude is a tool, which can be used for good and bad, in moderation and excess, and this video explores the benefits that solitude can have. The information presented to you is mainly based on the author’s reasoning and observations, supported by different sources. Video: How to transform yourself in solitude, and useful ways to spend time alone.

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00:00 - Intro
02:07 - (1) A chance for self-knowledge
05:26 - (2) A chance to let go of fixed views and groupthink
08:25 - (3) An opportunity to become more self-sufficient

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[Profound]

"One who looks outside, dreams. One who looks inside, awakens." - Carl Jung

[alijafari]

"Be alone, that's the secret of invention; be alone, that's when ideas are born."
Nikola Tesla

[Peter_Parker]

Been voluntarily isolated in the forest here in Norway for years now.
First it was because I was severely depressed, now I just can't get enough of the peacefulness.

[continentalgin]

If you go through a traumatic experience, and in weeks following that, you are alone and not really accomplishing anything, take heart in the fact that you are busy healing in stillness, which is very worthwhile. Don't think you are lazy, be positive.

[geekygirl]

When alone, you are not comparing yourself to others. I feel like people that like to be alone are the most grounded as they don’t seek the attention or approval of anyone

[heathrunyon]

I’m at peace when I’m alone. That’s why I travel alone and hike alone. Self love is peaceful!

[remmer]

In an unhappy marriage for 23 years because I was afraid to be alone. Finally realized I was alone already. Moved out on my own and the loneliness disappeared. I now love being alone. Can't believe I ran away from it for so long.

[vvra]

i'm in love with solitude since i was a kid. i never fit in and finally after maaaany years i realized that i should stop pretending like a "normal" person and just be my real self. i'm a loner and i'm cool with it.

[Eternalised]

*If you are lonely when you're alone, you are in bad company.*
― Sartre

[Paul-ebcl]

...instead of being alone in a group, it's better to have real solitude all by yourself. - Faye Valentine (Cowboy Bebop - Jupiter Jazz (Part 1))

[centocerez]

I broke up with my gf of 15 years and moved out of our house one month before the pandemic hit. I spent most of the last year alone, for the first time in my life.
It was hard at first, but now I haven't felt better in years. I made a lot of changes to my life and habits, I'm working through my issues and anxiety, I grew a lot and really got to know myself. It's like my mind is clearer and more focused.
And more importantly I found out I don't NEED anyone in my life, there's just a few people that I WANT in my life. I spent too much time and energy worrying about what people thinks of me when I'm completely fine on my own.

[ReynaSingh]

“All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone”

[Dacademeca]

*"Solitude is good for great minds but bad for small ones."*
- Victor Hugo

[IsaacJoshi]

Only when you are alone do you find out who you really are

[supremepartydude]

As a guy who was a bachelor for 20 years after high school, I think I can speak on this topic. Being content to be by yourself means being classified by your family, friends, associates as a loser and a loner. They don't care to hear that you enjoy your own company and love yourself. They want to hear that you want a big wedding followed by lots of kids they can play with. When you don't fulfill their expectations, you will only get their total disgust.

[squirrelcovers]

OMG YES! No annoyances, no dealing with someone else's problems. Peace, quiet, calm and soothing. There's nothing better than solitude. Hermits Unite, Alone, at Home😂

[sasacabalquinto]

Some people doesn't want to be alone because they're afraid to face their own demons that they can easily point on other people

[simondewit]

I never feel alone or lonely, when I'm by myself. When I am amongst other people, it's when I on the other hand, feel the most lonely. I'm trying to learn to appreciate time with others though, but it will never be better then alone time.

[Carolleemakesthings]

The only way to think my own thoughts without interference from others.

[ninakoinz]

I have grown to love my solitude. I treasure it.