Many of today's cultures seem to detest the idea of being along. When we hear of a story of somebody being placed in a situation where they must be isolated and find enjoyment there is a tendency to go "awe, poor guy." But what is the problem with being alone? Where is there an issue of sadness? The insane perpetuation of boredom killing is a cancerous plague that has spread throughout the minds of the masses. What seems to be the case is simply: we are afraid to face our thoughts. When we are alone (and not inundated by entertainment) we have to listen to the insanity that roles throughout our minds. And by insanity I do not only mean the craziness of a sociopath. Indeed, the bulk of madness lies with the ordinary man and woman. Pay attention to yourself; see if, even for a brief moment, when you have nothing to do, nothing to entertain your mind with, you start fidgeting. See if, in the moment of nothingness, you start looking for something to occupy your time and focus. These symptoms are akin to a hamster on a wheel, the running cannot stop and you are (apparently) powerless to control it.

However, I challenge you. See if you can go into the feeling. See if you can sit and do nothing. Pay attention to your surroundings. Observe the world around you. If you feel the urge to "do", simply observe that within yourself and allow the feeling to be without acting upon it. The results may change your life.