Loneliness Versus Solitude

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Someone on social media mentioned to me that they felt bad that I was alone. (I suppose they meant not in a relationship). I tried to explain to them how I felt about my life and that I didn't need a man in my life. I keep getting messages from strange men on Facebook wanting to chat. I have no desire. There's one thing I want to make plain right away. There is a big difference between being alone and solitude. Loneliness is an emotional state of feeling empty and unseen, yearning for companionship. While in contrast solitude is a very intentional peaceful state of being alone. It nurtures self-discovery and creativity. Not all people have to be with someone. Solitude is a deliberate state of being. I enjoy time spent alone and with my children. I talk to online friends nearly every day. I'm not a social butterfly and never have enjoyed being where a lot of people are around. That has only intensified with age. Your thoughts.