In midlife, time alone can increase – perhaps children are flying the nest (or becoming more independent), relationships may break down, and working from home becomes more commonplace. But although social interaction is key to the human experience, time alone needn’t equal loneliness. It can be a valuable opportunity to recharge, boost creativity and reconnect internally.
Social isolation
Loneliness is a complex and distressing emotional response to lack of companionship. It’s a negative state of mind associated with deficient social relations rather than the state of actually being alone. It is possible to be
