Discover The Benefits Of Loneliness

Loneliness is one of the most common problems in first world countries. More and more people fear being alone, being isolated or rejected by others (either in a group of friends or in a relationship). 

In fact, this panic is reaching dangerous extremes, where dependency takes over the situation and the individual is unable to share moments with himself.

Therefore, today we are going to talk about the different types of loneliness and how they can contribute to our well-being. Let’s dive deeper into it.

Loneliness has several nuances

Generalizations about it have created myths and displaced the benefits of chosen loneliness, the least known of all. However, we must be aware that you can always find the positive side of things. Especially, to the loneliness sought.

• There are people who seek solitude to get in touch with themselves and achieve balance. In other words, they are separated from others for a certain time to regain perspective on things and recharge.
• This is the kind of loneliness that has multiple benefits and does not harbor the negative labels that we are used to.

The fact that a person decides to resign, of his own free will, to the company of other people for a moment does not mean that he is asocial or that he does not know how to relate.

Rather, it means that you are someone who cares about the quality of your interactions, as well as taking care of your own personal space. It is a behavior worthy of admiration.

The sides of the coin

It must be taken into account that the loneliness sought is a circumstance, while the unwanted one is a negative feeling that is characterized by emptiness, isolation, the lack or absence of something (generally a person or a group, or a pet) .

Thus, it is a state feared by many and longed for by others. It all depends on the perspective of each one.

Now, there is something that is true: when we come into the world, we do it alone; the same when leaving. Therefore, it is something much more natural than you think.

Loneliness is often feared because we don’t allow ourselves to get to know it up close to better appreciate it. In this sense, psychologists are very clear: what is considered “bad” may be the necessary transition to a better state. Therefore, it is necessary to overcome prejudices.

We must bear in mind that being alone, at least for a time, will be of great help to us in many ways. Thanks to this, our consciousness can be further sharpened and this translates into better decision-making for life. 

You have to learn to be alone

We must take the time to be alone. This will allow us to think freely about future projects, set goals and make important decisions for our lives.

Loneliness provides the opportunity to expand our limits (knowledge, skills, etc.) and to develop or enhance motivation.

It helps us discover who we really are and from this self-knowledge comes self- confidence and, therefore, security. Some even say that before loving, loving and respecting a future partner, it is necessary to learn to do it with oneself.

Being alone we can assume our own identity

In fact, people who feel the need to always be accompanied by other people, deep down hide deficiencies of various kinds and, above all, fears. 

We can turn solitude into a practice. It is very positive to take time every day to enjoy it.  If we apply it as an exercise, we will see the results in no time.

For example, trying to be with ourselves for a little while each morning. In this way, new ideas and creations are more likely to emerge. A clear example of this can be the artists who isolate themselves to write, create and compose, among other things.

Power the desired loneliness

This type of loneliness is the healthiest and allows you to discover who you are  with respect to your own needs and what you want in your relationships with others. Therefore, it is important that you spend more time promoting it and learn to know yourself.

You are the only person you are going to be with for the rest of your life. Therefore, you have to give yourself a chance: talk to yourself , listen to yourself and take good  care of yourself. Your quality of life will be enhanced.