William WordsworthWhen from our better selves we have too long Been parted by the hurrying world, and droop, Sick of its business, of its pleasures tired, How gracious, how benign, is Solitude
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When from our better selves we have too long been parted by the hurrying world, and droop, sick of its business, of its pleasures tired, how gracious, how benign is solitude. Solitude is something that gives us a chance to step back and take a deeper look at ourselves. It gives us time to reflect on who we are and what we want from life. The process of introspection can be a very beneficial one if we allow it to be.
When we are alone, our minds are free to roam without the distraction of other people’s thoughts. We can think about what really matters in life and come up with ways that we can improve ourselves. Solitude is something that keeps us strong when there is no longer anything to hold us back or help us grow.
When we are alone, every problem will seem like it is the biggest one there ever was. We will know exactly what needs to be done in order for us to grow as individuals and make the world a better place for everyone else around us.
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