Solitude. Alone time. Personal space. We need some of this in order to analyse our situation, evaluate things, and ultimately effect change. Practicing solitude started in Eastern traditions well before our time, wherein its purpose was to elicit self-reflection, gain self-knowledge, and seek a better understanding of the world.
But it is hard to imagine any decent amount of alone time in a fast-moving digital world replete with information overload, constant notifications, and compulsive social media use.
In my new book, Alone Time. Embracing Solitude for Health and Well-Being (which hits bookstands this month), I share numerous benefits of seeking time alone, and I offer practical tips and mindfulness exercises to help you understand your place in our ever-changing, high-tech world.
For now, let me touch the surface of what some solitude can do for you—namely, make you self-aware, promote independent thinking, eliminate mind chatter, and keep you meaningfully connected with others and yourself.
Dr. Sybil Geldart is an associate professor of psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University. She holds a PhD from McMaster University and has research interests in human development and health psychology.
Embrace the transformative power of solitude through "Alone Time" by Dr. Sybil Geldart. This book offers a guide to thriving in a fast-paced world, emphasizing the benefits of introspection, goal setting, and problem-solving that arise from embracing solitude.
Discover the importance of self-initiated personal space and time for a more fulfilling life, and gain practical tips and exercises to enhance mental well-being. Let Dr. Geldart inspire you to pursue a healthy and joyful future.
If this book speaks to you and embracing your own Alone Time is something for you, it is available now in all good book stores, and on the Rockpool website.
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Psychology Today – 08 March, 2024