Mar 26 2009
Solitude
In solitude, where we are least alone
Lord Byron
Within our society, solitude is looked upon as anti social or strange. We think that we must constantly be surrounded by people engaging in a busy lifestyle. However, the opposite is true.
In order to connect with our deepest feelings and energies we must find time for solitude. It is where we can connect with our inner most thoughts and ideas. When we are in the midst of family, friends and activities, we lose that deep connection to our spirit.
As the quote portrays, we are least alone in solitude. We gather our thoughts and energies in one limitless continuum and experience the birth of our passions. Our passions being the path to our authentic self can only be directed through solitude and meditation.
So many of us spend day after day being busy with school, work and so many activities that we fail to nourish our spirit through solitude. We think we have to be busy all the time because that is what society tells us we should be doing.
Just as a flower needs quiet time to bloom and grow among nature’s palate, so do we need that quiet time to nurture our spirit.
How do we find solitude?
1. We find solitude in nature. We find it anywhere we can be alone with our thoughts and ideas.
2. Look within. You will find that deep within your soul are energies waiting to be born. They can only be set free when we find the quiet time to acknowledge them.
3. Set some activities aside. Make time for yourself and allow your passions to run wild.
I actually love solitude, I find silence to be very inspiring, and whenever i am in nature, i can hardly talk since i take my time to contemplate and meditate. i know some who gets uncomfortable with silence, but i’m at peace with it. maybe some would call me as strange or antisocial at times, but i believe we all need our time of silence. i love your post and your photo Jodapoet.
Ratty - I know what you mean. I think more than anyone else, creative types need that solitude for inspiration.
betchai - Thank you and I agree. I love it also but many do not understand - I’m glad you do.
yan - I’m thrilled you are back and can’t wait to read more of your posts.