The average adult spends nearly one-third of their waking life alone. How do we overcome the stigma of solitude and find strength in going it alone? Whether we love it or try to avoid it, we can make better use of that time. The science of solitude shows that alone time can be a powerful space used to tap into countless benefits. Translating key research findings into actionable facts and advice, this book shows that alone time can boost well-being. From relaxation and recharging to problem solving and emotion regulation, solitude can benefit personal growth, contentment, creativity, and our relationships with ourselves and others. Learning what makes us better at spending time alone can help us move toward our best possible selves.

‘Evocative prose helps convey the shifting realities of solitude as experienced by both the interview subjects and the authors … It’s an illuminating take on a fundamental aspect of being human.'

Source: Publishers Weekly

‘Grounded, credible, and highly readable.’

Elle Hunt Source: New Scientist

‘These authors are psychologists and researchers in the field of studying the meaning and purpose of solitude in human life. The publisher is a scholarly one, and the authors refer to and quote dozens of scientific studies. But you may also be surprised, as we were, at how practical this book can be.’

Jon M. Sweeney Source: Spirituality & Practice