reflection requires solitude

The Greek philosopher Socrates observed, "The unexamined life is not worth living.
"For most people, however, reflection and self-examination do not come naturally.
As much as any other kind of thinking, reflection requires solitude.
Distraction and reflection simply do not mix. It is not the kind of thing you can do well near a television, while the phone is ringing, or with children in the same room.
One of the reasons I have been able to accomplish much and keep growing personally is that I have not only set aside time to reflect, but I have separated myself from distractions for short blocks of time: thirty minutes in the spa; an hour outside on a rock in my backyard; or a few hours in a comfortable chair in my office.
The place does not matter --as long as you remove yourself from distractions and interruptions.

 

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