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Why having some alone time is important

Taking some time alone doesn't mean you are a lonely person (Photo: iStock)

We are social by nature so most, if not all of us, can’t manage to stay in solitude for a long time without craving social interaction.

On the other side, being alone also has its benefits. People often assume that when you’re alone you’re lonely but that’s not the truth.

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