I have been a single mother for six years now. Although I truly love being a mother, sometimes I feel very lonely. Watching my friends and family being able to out and do things, like: travel and going out on weekends, has been a very hard thing for me. I have spent a numerous amount of time by myself over the last six years and though it has been difficult at times, I have learned so much. I have been able to find new passions in life, that have made me grow as a person in ways that I never deemed possible. Meditation has been one of those passions that has completely changed me both mentally and spiritually. Meditation has taught me how to be solitary, and I have learned how to embrace being alone. When I am in meditation, everythingis silent, it's as if the world around me does not exist. While the world is standing still, I am at one with myself, I am able to be guided and influenced by my own thoughts. Being comfortable with solitary moments has given me the ability to see the world in a different light. I am more aware of my surroundings and people around me. I love this quote by bell hooks, I agree that knowing how to be solitary is the art of loving. Overcoming a great fear of being alone, has helped me be more comfortable in my own shoes and become more mindful of others.