I'm alone but not lonely

Feelings of isolation can wash over you today, causing you to surmise that no one truly understands what you are feeling at this point in time. This impression may have less to do with others than with your own need to reconcile yourself to the intense emotions coursing through your heart. If you obey your impulse to retreat into the privacy of your home or some other personal space, you will likely find that the quiet you discover there provides you with the perfect atmosphere to reflect upon your mood. You can even learn to appreciate the time you spend in solitude today by allowing yourself the pleasure of engaging in calming activities that bring you peace.

When we remember that to be alone does not necessarily equate being lonely, we can more fully enjoy the benefits of solitude. Unencumbered by worrisome thoughts of isolation or what others may think about our choice to turn away from social engagements, we can concentrate more fully on addressing those inner-world needs and desires that drove us to seek privacy in the first place. What we discover in our time apart from our fellow human beings can serve to empower us to better understand the world we live in and our unique place in that world. When we then emerge from our solitude, we can cope with the circumstances we encounter in a much more focused and thoughtful fashion. The sense of isolation you feel today as you retreat from others will disappear as you learn to appreciate the joy of being alone.