RT Jay Alto (@theJayAlto)literally all of history’s greatest minds embraced solitude. long walks. isolated studios. late nights. early mornings. strict routines. solo trips. you have to deliberately strip away the noise of the external world to examine the internal one. create space to process the chaos. ...

Social & Emotional Trends - Affective crisis and insufficient friendships are prevalent, driven by increased pressure to meet expectations and decreased dedication to relationships [1][2] - Obsession with self-care may lead to a loss of ability to connect deeply with others, resulting in feelings of being unheard and judged [2][3] - Inability to coexist with differing opinions fuels loneliness, with a quarter of Brazilians feeling lonely most of the time [4][5] - Loneliness is recognized as a global health issue, distinct from solitude, and is related to the quality of relationships rather than the quantity [5][6] Intentional Groups & Social Connection - Intentional groups offer a potent form of connection, sometimes exceeding the impact of close relationships, with half of Brazilians participating in such groups [7][8] - 74% of participants find intentional groups as important or more important for their well-being than friendships [9] - Intentional groups are formed through conscious choice and intention to connect, differing from context-driven relationships like family or social media [9][10] - Participation in groups can combat loneliness, with 87% of participants feeling less alone [13][14] - Most intentional groups meet in person and are small, with a median of 12 participants [16] Overcoming Stigma & Promoting Connection - There is societal prejudice against seeking connection outside of family and friends, similar to the historical stigma around therapy [17] - 70% of people who do not participate in groups would like to, but are held back by fear of judgment and vulnerability [18] - Normalizing participation in intentional groups can encourage more people to seek these relationships [19]

[Music] She was alone, a solo traveler, undistracted and with the kind of tranquility that she alone can possess. Gazing at her lone incredible beauty, I wondered why it took me over half a century of my life to visit her. She was such a profound being that in her presence self-reflections happen naturally. I suppose at least that is how it was for me because in no time of being in her presence she knocked on to me certain revelations about my own self.How in the pretext of being duty conscious, in the pret ...