Solitude (5/17)

John O'Donohue says in his book "Anam Cara" "Only in solitude can you discover a sense of your own beauty."

Since childhood I have spent excessive amounts of time in solitude. When I was young I would hide away on the playground to read or write or just sit alone over playing with the other children, because there was something sacred about that time. Not much has changed and I often retreat to spend time in reflection. It is in this time that I was able to develop a sense of confidence and understanding of myself that has served me well in my life. It is only in solitude that you can truly learn about yourself, because it is only in solitude that your thoughts are solely yours with no outside influences. Time in solitude is your time away from the world; from the rush of schedules and assignments. Your beliefs, your identity, your understanding of the world lies entirely within the crevices of your own brain and it is in solitude and reflection that you can bring them to the surface of your life.

Thank you.