O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever. — Psalm 107:1 NRSV
For those of you out there who live alone, I can tell you from experience that it’s important to have a grateful heart about living by yourself. And in many ways, each one of us is essentially alone. We “exist within our own unique epidermal envelope as a separate thing,” Thomas Wolfe once wrote. But that can be a wonderful thing.
Living alone has taught me not only to tolerate solitude but revel in it. I’ve learned to confront my fears and become comfortable with my inner self. In fact, solitude isn’t a luxury but a requirement for me now. It gives me good mental health. When I’m alone, I process life’s experiences, think through choices, replenish my energy, and face myself without other distractions. Sometimes that’s pleasant; sometimes it’s not. But ..."
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