Solitude

Let's explore the topic of Solitude.

Here are a few prompts to get started with the conversation:

• In your understanding, what is solitude, and how does it differ from loneliness?
• How can solitude contribute to self-exploration and personal growth?
• What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of spending time in solitude? How does it affect mental well-being?
• How do we find or create moments of solitude in a hyperconnected world?

🌮 More food for thought

• "A man can be himself only so long as he is alone, and if he does not love solitude, he will not love freedom, for it is only when he is alone that he is really free". ― Arthur Schopenhauer

• “I live in that solitude, which is painful in youth, but delicious in the years of maturity.” ― Albert Einstein

• “Women need real moments of solitude and self-reflection to balance out how much of ourselves we give away.” ― Barbara de Angelis

• “Your inner voice is the voice of divinity. To hear it, we need to be in solitude, even in crowded places.” ― A. R. Rahman

If you've never participated before, here's what to expect:

• 2 hours of deep, interesting conversations in a respectful environment that will elevate your spirit and give you new ideas for life, work or relationships
• a supportive group of people sharing their own unique experiences and viewpoints, and encouraging you to do the same
• a rich mix of newcomers and regulars from different countries and cultures for a broad diversity of opinions and experiences

Please remember the existing rules of this group:

• DO express your ideas clearly, calmly and concisely
• DO listen actively
• DO approach the conversation with an open mind and be willing to hear different perspectives
• DO make yourself fully present. DON'T pull out your phone during the conversation

🚫 No-show policy
As the group size is small, no-shows have a strong negative impact on the group. As such, the policy is that as a general rule, no-shows and same-day cancellations will not be able to sign up for future events. To avoid this:

• Only reserve a spot if you really intend to come.
• If your plans have changed, cancel at least 24 hours before the event, to give people on the waiting list a chance to change their own plans and make it to the event.
• If you have a real last-minute emergency and need to cancel in the last 24 hours, please contact me directly to avoid "no-show" status.