A little solitude never hurt anyone..... :-)

As important as it is to make sure you're getting out and about on the social scene, sharing in some gossip, laughs and tears; having time to yourself also has it's place.
There are some people who really need to be around people all the time, but spending some time away from the chaos of life, can help to put things in perspective, clear your mind from all of the thoughts and opinions of others, as well as give you time to mentally rehearse and visualise where you want to go and the type of person you want to be.

After spending five months overseas, soul searching and re-acquainting myself with my own personal interests, goals and dreams; I have come back with a much more clear picture in my mind of where I want to head in life, the things I need to do to get there, how to explore my passions and how to think more independently without needing approval from others all the time.

It only needs to be 15 minutes, but you will notice the benefit immediately.

What can we achieve by spending time alone:
- Time to relax from all the 'happenings' of life,
- You will put things in perspective; what is important to you?
- You will enjoy others people company more than if you are surrounded by people all the time,
- You will learn to be independent and self reliant, particularly if you learnt things yourself and have to do things all for yourself (Hey - why not practise learning how to change a car tyre while you're at it!!!!),
- You get to do the things that you enjoy, make you smile and revitalise your spirit (Book in that haircut, get your nails done, go for a nice long walk along the beach!).

How can I get time to myself? And what do I do??
- Go for a run or walk outdoors (the amount of worries I have had disappear and look much clearer after a run is countless!),
- Go for a long drive; enjoy the scenery and pump up your music to sing along to (instant energy!),
- Undertake a new project (Start a short course or learn a new hobby),
- Be creative (have a go at painting, creating a scrap book of all your favourite travel photos, enter the world of jewellery making...),
- Challenge your adventurous side and go for a hike or camp over night in nature, you'll be surprised how liberating it is when you do it solo!

Let me know how you go Gorgeous Girls! Happy Solitude and Independence Xxx