A little alone time is a great way to reflect, recharge, and reconnect with ourselves.
Solitude offers an opportunity to connect with ourselves, our natural environment, or even our spirituality.
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Many people think being alone means being lonely, but that couldn’t be further from the truth.
Alone time gives us an opportunity to rest, recharge our batteries, and find inner peace.
Its more about intentionally carving out some alone time for yourself to recharge and reflect.
For some people it means spending a day by themselves out shopping or at a coffee shop.
For others it may mean going for a hike alone.
The amount of solitude is unique to each person, as are the ways they enjoy time with themselves.
Here are some signs that its time to carve out some alone time.
Listening to these signs can lead to a healthier balance in your life, says Cruz.
However, its important for us to distinguish between enjoying some alone time versus feeling lonely.
Its time to recognize how precious alone time is and make it a priority.
