I think you’re on target. There is a difference between solitude and isolation. It’s something like the difference between voluntary poverty (e.g. being a Franciscan) and the involuntary poverty caused by deep societal inequality. Isolation definitely is negative while solitude can be a very positive experience.
I think you’re on target. There is a difference between solitude and isolation. It’s something like the difference between voluntary poverty (e.g. being a Franciscan) and the involuntary poverty caused by deep societal inequality. Isolation definitely is negative while solitude can be a very positive experience.
Yes, I think you explained that very well. Thank you for the comment, David!