We can often be left feeling that there is something wrong with us if we need regularly to spend a lot of time alone. But the impulse to be alone is, in fact, a sign of taking other people very seriously – and is, therefore, a symptom of being properly (rather than superficially) sociable... | | | A selection of ideas, articles and tools that delve deeper into the value and challenges of being alone. Unlock all of our articles with a digital subscription – just £2.49 a month for your first year. | | | | | The High Price We Pay For The Fear Of Being Alone The fear of solitude leads to far more harm than solitude itself. It keeps us in the wrong relationships, mutes our growth, and distances us from who we really are. | | | | | We Are All Lonely - Now Can We Be Friends? Loneliness convinces us we’re the only ones feeling this way. But in truth, it's one of the most universal human experiences – and possibly the most generous thing we could admit. | | | Solitude can be a space for insight, but it can also feel overwhelming. If you’d like help making sense of where you are, our online psychotherapists offer a space for reflection, understanding and emotional clarity. We offer gentle, intelligent support for working through loneliness, self-understanding and emotional change – wherever you are in the world. | | | | | Self-Reflection Journal A guided journal to help you understand your emotions and restore inner clarity. | | | | | A Simpler Life A book to help you clear mental clutter and focus on what truly matters. | | | The School of Life Membership connects you with thoughtful people, sincere conversation, and the relief of being understood. As part of your Membership, you’ll have access to meaningful experiences - like our upcoming virtual evening with Alain de Botton, exploring love, self-understanding, and the deeper questions of emotional life (5 March 2026, Members only). It’s a community for those who want to reflect, connect, and grow - together. | | | |
