LADIES OF HIVE COMMUNITY CONTEST

#157th EDITION

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Hi, ladies. It's Friday, and the topic chosen for this week's Ladies of Hive contest #157 catches my eyes. I decided to write about this question on my blog today.

1️⃣ What's the one thing people always misunderstand about you?

It seems so easy for people to misinterpret those who prefer their own company and be alone. I always have this mood that I wanted to be alone and disappear. Just me, myself and I. Some people frequently misinterpret me when I say that I prefer to be alone. For me, being able to go anywhere by myself, whether it's to eat at a restaurant, watch movies or go shopping, brings me great happiness and satisfaction. I am very grateful for my "me" time.

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Embracing solitude by myself is a great choice that supports my self-awareness and my personal progress. It is not a sign of loneliness or isolation, as some might think. Alone time allows me to spend time by myself, reflecting on my thoughts and feelings. I can spend time with my inner self, and doing things that make me happy. These times of being alone are when I am able to maintain my mental health, recharge, and feed my spirit.

I can really focus on the here and now when I go out by myself. I can take my time exploring every corner of a shop in a shopping centre without anybody waiting for me or complaining about how long I take. I can freely just lose myself in the wonder of my choice of movie, in the cinema and enjoy the tastes of a meal from my favourite restaurant of my choices without interruptions. Being able to follow my own goals and passions without seeking acceptance or validation from others is freedom.

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It is a common misconception that if we enjoy being alone, it can be related to a lack of social skills or a hatred of being around other people. On the other hand, I cherish and am grateful for the relationships I have with family and friends. But I also understand how important it is to set aside time for myself in order to take care of my own wellbeing and mental health.

I hope that everyone knows how important it is to acknowledge and take into account the needs of those who find comfort in being alone, especially nowadays, particularly in a culture that frequently places high expectations on social contacts. Rather than being a sign of social failure, I say that spending time by myself as a kind of self-care and self-discovery.

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In my conclusion, people tend to misinterpret my need for being alone. Whether it's eating, shopping, or watching movies, going somewhere by myself gives me the chance to reconnect with myself, and I can do things that make me happy. It's important for all of you to recognise and appreciate the variety of methods people use to satisfy their souls and find fulfilment in their lives.

Accepting solitude is a celebration of one's own self-discovery, and for me, it's my precious time to spend on personal development rather than a rejection of social interaction. "I am alone, but I'm not lonely"; that's how I end this blog. Thank you for taking your time here.