Embracing Solitude
With Beth BradfordWhen we become confused about our identities and social roles, it can be difficult to be alone. Society can also place too much emphasis on social connections, which can inhibit our ability to know our authentic selves. This course teaches the importance of solitude and ways we can cultivate more reflective moments while we’re alone. Drawing from scientific research and wisdom from spiritual traditions, we’ll learn how the social constructions of self can contribute to the pain of loneliness and confusion. We’ll develop more awareness of how distractions can make us passive characters in our own lives. Using reflective writing, physical practices, and directed meditation, we’ll develop a more grounded, authentic relationship with ourselves and build a program of solitude practices for a lifelong journey.
Understand the importance of solitude and learn ways we can cultivate more reflective moments while we’re alone, developing a more grounded, authentic relationship with ourselves.
About this course
When we become confused about our identities and social roles, it can be difficult to be alone. Society can also place too much emphasis on social connections, which can inhibit our ability to know our authentic selves. This course teaches the importance of solitude and ways we can cultivate more reflective moments while we’re alone. Drawing from scientific research and wisdom from spiritual traditions, we’ll learn how the social constructions of self can contribute to the pain of loneliness and confusion. We’ll develop more awareness of how distractions can make us passive characters in our own lives. Using reflective writing, physical practices, and directed meditation, we’ll develop a more grounded, authentic relationship with ourselves and build a program of solitude practices for a lifelong journey.
Meet your Teacher
Beth Bradford Ph.D. is a yoga and meditation teacher, college professor, writer, researcher, and endurance athlete. Her aim is to help others sink deeper into their wellness practice not for a quick fix, but for a lifelong journey. Wellness is not only about making your life better, but also about making better the lives of others you might encounter.