The fortress of solitude

“Silence is the source of great strength”

Lao Tzu

What is the longest you have been completely alone?

When I say completely alone I mean no TV, no radio, no internet, no dogs or any other animals. No books, newspapers or magazines.

No pop ins. No interruptions from delivery people or strangers. No music or phone calls.

Complete solitude. Just you and the crickets.

As I grown older I have come to appreciate my need for solitude.

Solitude lets you hear the silence.

Solitude gives you space to reflect.

When you are completely alone, and only when you are completely alone, do you ever find out who you really are.