Enjoy your solitude

INFORMATION overload coupled with a world that is evolving faster than normal, sometimes point us towards hibernation to find that inner peace and rebound again.

Whilst being amongst people all of the time may be a noble thing, it is not totally healthy as sometimes your own vision becomes blurred which can negatively impact your journey of success.

Let me start by differentiating loneliness from solitude as there are mixed signals regarding each; loneliness is a negative state aligned to isolation, and affected people usually feel bewildered.

Solitude on the other hand, is a state of being alone… not lonely; it is a time that can be used for reflection and personal peace. It also provides an enriching opportunity to better understand your perspective for living.

It is best described as time –away from the maddening crowd within which you can drown both mentally and physically if not well managed.

Many of our clients at the International Women’s Resource Network (IWRN) have shared their experiences of solitude, some have found answers to questions which were lingering for years; some have established a deeper communication with their divine maker; some have been able to strengthen and/or rejuvenate their marriage/ relationships.

Because of how it is characterised, solitude has proven to be a healing mechanism for many emotional ills as you are at peace with you.

Enjoy some of the amazing benefits of solitude…firstly , you would be able to renew and replenish your brain cells to produce greater clarity and focus.

Through solitude, your concentration improves and productivity levels increase.

Cultivating a mindset of removing as many distractions as is humanly possible from your life, helps you to concentrate better, and you are also afforded a golden opportunity to find yourself and your voice. Your moments of solitude allow you to think deeply, and of course, your self-engagement skills and creativity will be sharpened.

Your “alone” moments provide a renewed approach in interacting with others, and in particular, your significant other. Because of the quality time you are spending with yourself, you gain a better understanding of the real you as well as your desires and expectations in life.

Some women have expressed difficulty in basking in their solitude which to a large extent, has to do with their socialisation and belief system. For these women, the IWRN recommends to start with one day per month of disconnection where you set aside your “me-time”; switch off cell phones, Internet, television, computer and radio and see the amazing results in terms of your efforts in dealing with distractions as well the increase in your productivity levels.

Wake up at least half hour or one hour earlier than other family members in the house, and use that time to meditate, problem-solve and connect with your divine maker. Solitude rejuvenates body, mind and soul.

Sandrine Rattan is a communications/ branding consultant, author and president of the International Women’s Resource Network (IWRN), thecorporatesuitett@ gmail.

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