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One for Joy: An introvert’s guide to the secret world of solitude

'Genuine pleasure to read' … 'Thought-provoking and insightful' … 'Spoke to how I feel' – Amazon readersIf you love spending time alone,One for Joyis for you.Solitude is more than the absence of other people. It’s an experience just like any other, and it can be as joyful, valuable and inspiring as any other aspect of our lives. It’s time we rediscovered the lost art of being alone.One for Joyis a treasure trove of ideas, stories and reflections that looks at every side of solitude:Whysolitude is so important for introverts, and why our need to be alone is sometimes hard for others to understandHow we experience solitude, and how solitude and company relate to each otherThe manyways to be alone, from brief daydreams to solo journeys, everywhere from wide-open spaces to cosy nooksThebenefits of solitude, from resting and recharging to focused work, self-care and deep reflectionIdeas and reflections on solitudefrom Byron and Charlotte Brontë to Bo Burnham and Kate Bush, and fictional characters from Pippi Longstocking to Darth VaderHowdigital technology and social mediahave changed our experience of solitude.Wide-ranging and insightful, with a light and readable style,One for Joyis a fun and fascinating read for anyone who’s happy on their own.Read more

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