My Penguin and I talked last night and he informed me that he will be home alone for about a week because his family are on their spring break to Austria. I know he said he's used to it and maybe he would appreciate it if I share a thing or two about enjoying some time alone with this article I am posting which I have read in a Yahoo Healthy Living article written by Brett Blumenthal. I am sure he can manage being alone pouring some time watching CSI replays and new movies and soccer games with his friend while eating his favorite sandwich with chocolat paste in between and downing gallons of Evian all day. Hehe!
NOTE: Being alone isn't a statement about your relationships. Spending time alone is also extremely beneficial to our mental health and happiness. Here is why:
1. Self Discovery: Spending time alone gives you the ability to discover things about yourself and to get a real understanding of who you are. We have grown to appreciate the art of getting to know others, but in reality, it is even more important to get to know ourselves, our preferences, our likes and dislikes without other people's influences.
2. Higher Sense of Independence and Increased Self-Esteem: Being alone and getting comfortable with being alone gives you a higher sense of independence. Relying on yourself to make choices and decisions increases your self confidence, which then permeates other aspects of your life, including the times you are in the presence of others.
3. No Need to Compromise: Often, we compromise when we are in the presence of others. We usually work with one another to reach agreement on everything, from what we will have for dinner to what TV show to watch. Spending time alone allows you to indulge yourself with the things you want to do and the things you love, without any negotiation.
4. Rejuvenation for Your Soul: Getting away from others allows you to decompress and relax. It gives you a break from the have tos and allows you to focus on the want tos. It lets you address your own needs as opposed to everyone elses and gives you the opportunity to rejuvenate and push the 'restart' button.
5. A Fresh Perspective: Time alone gives you the opportunity to clear your mind and to weed through a lot of thoughts. This allows you to get to the heart of what YOU really think as opposed to being told or influenced by others and their opinions. It gives you time to reflect on what is important in your life and how you feel about every day situations that need to be addressed.
6. Higher Appreciation for Those You Love: Giving yourself the ability to be alone allows you to have a greater appreciation for the time you spend with others. If you never have time for yourself, you'll wish you did. It is important to find some balance in this; but once you do, you'll enjoy your relationships even more.
Enjoy your time being alone My Penguin. When you get tired being alone, you know what to do... You are thought of always and don't forget to snap some more pictures of spring flowers for me. I have a S-U-R-P-R-I-S-E for you by the way. I am 200% sure that you will be stoked to know what it is.
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