Solitude: Beauty of Being Alone

"Cogito, ergo sum" - I think, therefore I am! Many prominent figures throughout the course of history needed to take a breath and find comfort in solitude, in which they made remarkable discoveries, unforgettable arts, and military victories. Not rarely solitude is mistaken for loneliness instead of being considered as a pathway for self-inspection, meditation, and a healthy need. Is solitude necessary to unleash creative potential? How it influenced the minds of rulers, scientists, and artists? What are the benefits of taking some alone time and can it in some cases lead to diseases, depression, and loneliness? Can this intended self-isolation lead to a better connection with other people tomorrow?