Episode 15: Solitude vs Isolation: One Heals, One Hurts

I’m Renea, a retired educator turned wine bar conversationalist. This is Conversations Over Wine—where wisdom is poured and stories are shared.

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As we discussed in Episode 14: The Rise of the Single Woman, more and more people are choosing to stay single. Therefore, more people are spending time alone. It is important we know the difference between solitude and isolation when it comes to spending time alone.

Solitude:

1. A time to refuel and rejuvenate
2. Feels peaceful and relaxing
3. Something to look forward to/ chosen time alone

Examples of solitude: solo travel, journaling, walks in nature, coffee shop

Isolation:

1. Feels like a punishment
2. You may feel angry, stressed, disconnected
3. Avoid people

It is important to identify how you are feeling during the alone time, as well as how you feel after the alone time. It can be a key indicator of whether the time is solitude or isolation.

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