I always enjoy your articles, Kelly. They are very clear and authentic.

This particular article resonated a lot with me. In the past few years and especially 2020-21 I have experiences significant burnout and the need to be alone. As you say - to take care of me. And it's because so much of the my life before that was focused on giving.

I've been feeling an increasing pull towards solitude. I spend a lot of my time with my journal, with music, with books, and even movies. All alone. And I've found it to be energizing and life giving.

I'm sure I will connect with people again in the future, but right now I'm quite happy with the solitude!