The Art of Solitude

Celebrating The Art of Solitude : Words of Wisdom, Inspirational Quotes and Art Posters. Ah, the Art of Solitude -- imagine the possibilities! Sssh! It's The Art of Solitude where I will help you achieve a little solitude in your lives. A little solitude surely goes a long way artfully! A little bit can be enriching for the mind, not to mention what it does for the body and soul. I am glad you dropped by to join me in seeking some of this illusive item.

There is solitude in art, in books, and all around us. I like a little bit of it every once in a while; how about you? As beauty is in the eye of the beholder, there can be art in it!

I have hand-picked some great solitude-themed art prints and spiritual items for you, intermixed with inspirational wise sayings. Welcome my friends, come on in! Ssshh! It is time for a little solitude, folks!

We've put the spotlight on the most inspiring art posters and some choice thoughtful gifts you may like. You'll find words of wisdom, inspirational quotes and art posters. And, something to think about. Quiet, please.

Photo Credit: Solitude by David Winston

Are You Up For Such an Adjustment? Let's hear what you have to say -- silence can be deafening! With all the hubbub of life, could you use some solitude?

• Oh my dear -- you are reading my mind -- give me some.
• Crikey. I'm into all the hubbub -- bring it on!
• I like to be contrary.
• It is for when you are buried!

"I never found the companion that was so companionable as solitude. We are for the most part more lonely when we go abroad among men than when we stay in our chambers." --Henry David Thoreau from "Solitude," Walden.

"By all means use sometimes to be alone. Salute thyself; see what thy soul doth wear." --George Herbert.

"Loneliness can be conquered only by those who can bear solitude." --Paul Tillich.

"The whole value of solitude depends upon one's self; it may be a sanctuary or a prison, a haven of repose or a place of punishment, a heaven or a hell, as we ourselves make it." --John Lubbock.

"I live in that solitude which is painful in youth, but delicious in the years of maturity." --Albert Einstein.

"I owe my solitude to other people." --Alan Watts.

"Writing is a solitary occupation. Family, friends, and society are the natural enemies of the writer. He must be alone, uninterrupted, and slightly savage if he is to sustain and complete an undertaking." --Jessamyn West.

"It is in deep solitude that I find the gentleness with which I can truly love my brothers. Solitude and silence teach me to love my brothers for what they are, not for what they say." --Thomas Merton.

"A creation of importance can only be produced when its author isolates himself, it is a child of solitude." --Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.

It is a call to the adventure of spiritual transformation. An adventure that will lead you to freedom and authenticity.

Allowing you to become the person God created you to be.

Invitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God's Transforming Presence

It is so nice to hear from my friendly readers. Thank you mom and Al for also dropping by. The quiet can be quite deafening you reckon? It's nice to have those readers that I can count on to offer up insightful comments. Comments that make a difference to a lonely blog post. Thank you!

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