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The Art of Being Alone
~Renuka Gavarani
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In an ever changing world wherein connections are only a click away, we often locate ourselves fearing solitude. We are searching for companionship to break out the pain of being by myself, forgetting that solitude may be one of lifestyles’s best teachers. The Art of Being Alone challenges this attitude, supplying a fresh attitude on the energy of solitude and the way it differs from loneliness.
A Thought-Provoking Start
The writer begins the book with a putting line:
“To everybody who is caged of their minds.”
This units the tone for the book’s center message—our biggest battles are not outside but internal. We often overthink, create pointless issues, and permit our minds to lure us in negativity. The book encourages us to interrupt unfastened from this mental cage and spot solitude as an opportunity for self-growth instead of isolation.
Loneliness and Solitude
One of the most crucial lessons from the book is knowing the distinction among being lonely and being alone:
Loneliness is an emotional kingdom where we feel disconnected, undesirable, or empty. It frequently stems from a loss of emotional fulfillment, making us crave outside validation.
