In an increasingly interconnected world, loneliness is often perceived as a negative thing. However, recent studies have ...

It’s easy to feel guilty about wanting alone time, but the truth is, solitude can be incredibly refreshing. By learning to embrace these quiet moments, we give ourselves the space to unwind, think ...

Spending time alone can be good for your health, but the type of solitude matters. A new study from Oregon State University ...

Nguyen, she says that solitude has a bad reputation and that there are actually many benefits to spending time by ourselves. Professor Weinstein joined Anita Rani on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour ...

“We learned that less complete solitude is more likely to restore energy and maintain a feeling of connection with others,” ...

Practicing solitude has several psychological perks, studies have shown, including that it inspires creativity and promotes calmness. “The benefits of solitude come from the emotional and ...

And that solitude can have benefits for our wellbeing. Research by Netta Weinstein, a professor of psychology and clinical language sciences at the University of Reading, has shown that there is a ...

A Russian regional lawmaker wants the country's parliament to discuss legislation that would outlaw extolling the benefits of solitude. Olga Borisova, a deputy from the legislative assembly of the ...