When solitude becomes your only source of energy

You enjoy your own company.

Ankita T
2 min readNov 13, 2019
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It is my fuel

I’ll accept that I’m not the one who socializes often. I have consumed most part of my life hiding behind the walls; as an introvert and have never felt awkward being alone.

Even though today I’m secure in both the situations; with someone and without someone, I nevertheless prefer solitude.

Solitary has helped me cope with my inner demons; self-doubt, inferiority complex, and low self-esteem.

I would say, as I went on to invest more time in myself, I began to understand my mindset. I could explore myself in these moments of solitary.

I could define my goals, talk about the ways I would achieve them, and ultimately recover from complexes.

Over the years, I’ve gained insight into my true self. I’ve become more self-aware.

Be gentle to yourself. The world is already harsh.

We all need space and freedom to think, to perform well and solitude offers us that.

Astonishingly, solitude has boosted my creativity and now I work best when I’m alone in my room.

“My imagination functions much better when I don’t have to speak to people.” -Patricia Highsmith

Allow me to declare it; You’re not lonely when you’re in solitude.

It’s nothing but sitting idly by yourself for a few minutes every day or few hours every week and block the world out to calm down.

In this dynamic world, we all need some time to slow down and reflect. That’s where solitude comes into the picture.

A bit of quietness in this chaotic world is a medicine for our soul.

Solitude brings about peacefulness. It enriches our inner self; gradually replenishing our energies.

“I have to be alone very often. I’d be quite happy if I spent from Saturday night until Monday morning alone in my apartment. That’s how I refuel. — Audrey Hepburn"

Once we begin to enjoy solitude, we become a storehouse of positive energy and maintain a balance between our mind and soul.

Slow down. Let life embrace you.

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Ankita T
Ankita T

Written by Ankita T

Trying to give a voice to the conversation between me and my inner self.

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