A lot of people tend to view being alone as boring or unfulfilling. They believe it means they're not sociable or are unwanted. But the reality is, that spending alone time isn't a bad thing. Once you ...

Keane is the supervising editor of NPR’s Life Kit and author of the book Party of One: Be Your Own Best Life Partner. There’s a lot of fear around spending time alone. Alone time can make people itchy ...

Introverts tend to be more sensitive than extroverts to dopamine. They require less of this chemical to feel motivated and stimulated. Therefore, they require fewer social interactions to acquire ...

Spending time alone can be an important and valuable aspect of a healthy lifestyle. It can give you an opportunity to reflect, relax, and recharge. Being alone can also help you develop a stronger ...

As a recent college graduate in a new city, Samantha Elliott thought she'd be lonely. Instead, she found companionship in the most unexpected place: with herself. And that, ironically, helped expand ...

In today’s fast-paced world, the concept of “me time” has gained prominence as an essential part of maintaining mental health. For many, alone time serves as a refuge from the constant demands of ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Although many emerging adults find social interactions enjoyable on days with increased time alone, those who seek solitude as an escape from stress or unpleasant social circumstances ...

The first time living alone can be a daunting experience, especially for men. There are many things to consider as a single ...

When I was a teenager, my family and I traveled more than 5,000 miles from San Marino (the country, not the city in California) to Seattle for vacation. One of the places I was most excited to visit ...

In busy times, it can feel good when a friend cancels plans last-minute or you have a weekend free of any social commitments — but experts warn Americans' growing tendency toward being anti-social can ...