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A pleasure in being alone indicates independence, someone who has no need of others for their fulfilment but who is fully comfortable with themselves at the level of being human and being in their spirituality. The person who hates to be without other people is, perhaps, afraid to have only himself or herself to explore: there is the fear of what they might find if they were forced to look below their surface; their friends may be a support for their self-image; and they may act as a distraction from inner truth. This does not mean that a busy social life is wrong – it can be an excellent way to relax and enjoy life so long as it does not become a dependency.
My thoughts on the subject of regenerative solitude were triggered by a chance hearing of the last few minutes of “the Digital Human” on BBC Radio 4 yesterday in which the constant connectivity of modern life in the context of loneliness was discussed. There were moving stories from different contributors about their periodic but overwhelming need for isolation and the benefits they gained from finding it, whether it was a night on their own away from their family or a far longer period.
If you too feel the calling, I encourage you to find a way to be alone as soon as you are able because if you supress or ignore the message it will affect your well-being at many levels. In this Age of Light we are part of the human community with our part to play, but we are Spirit too – and Spirit needs nurturing, in its own way.
Claire Montanaro is a spiritual teacher, channel and blogger. Loves nature and wildlife. Author of Spiritual Wisdom.]]>
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I am a spiritual teacher, channel and writer with a special interest in esoteric philosophy and the world in transition, who loves nature and wildlife. My aim is to help your human and soul journey through spiritual wisdom, spiritual connection and the raising of consciousness.
yes indeed the seperation and distance experienced when around others who arent on the same level can be painful and for me is the worse kind of loneliness. no matter what one says/does they just don't `get it` so no point in trying to get your point of view across much of the time. Very important to seek the company of similar but much of the time its great to be with oneself and reflect...i personally go into nature and watch the birds, riding horses has been a great healing therapy..you will find that there will be an `unspoken` communication between you and an animal.......pretty far advanced compared with most human communication here!
The title of an old song sung by Sylvie Vartan comes to mind here, Claire: Bienvenue Solitude !