Solosophy

In Solosofia , author Nika Vázquez Seguí argues that it is possible to achieve peace of mind and complete happiness in one's own company and that being alone and feeling lonely are two completely different things.

The fear of loneliness is a phobia that has plagued humanity throughout history. In a world where it's so easy to connect with people from all over the world, being alone is often considered an undesirable state of life. Those who find themselves in this condition are often seen as difficult, a failure, or problematic, and so loneliness, besides being frowned upon, becomes something to be rejected.

Psychologist and professor Nika Vázquez Seguí challenges this notion and proposes a very illuminating distinction between being alone and being lonely. The author calls a "solosopher" someone who seeks to enjoy their own company and feel complete even when alone. In "Solosophy, " Seguí addresses the main precepts of this philosophy of life:

• discard prejudices and false ideas about how someone should live and relate;
• take control of your own destiny, without depending on anything other than your decisions and choices.
• face existence with humor, stubbornness and self-love;
• connect with your own desires and priorities in order to have a best friend within yourself;
• build your self-esteem by developing your capabilities and what you want to do in the world.

Designed as a manual, Solosophy presents instructions and exercises for those who wish to become a soloosopher and embrace the positive effects of moments when your only company is yourself.