The Allure of Solitude: Exploring Why Intelligent People Prefer Being Alone
Unsurprisingly, the loneliest people are those with an intelligence quotient above average. We explain why!
A Japanese philosopher once said: "Loneliness is not in the mountains but in the street, not alone but with many people."
Many people think that loneliness is caused by poor social skills or a lack of friends around them. But it turns out that even when surrounded by friends and in the middle of crowds, we can still feel empty and alone.
Loneliness doesn't seem like a pleasant thing. But from experience over the years, it is found that people with higher IQ are less likely to socialise and loneliness is an increasingly popular luxury.
Just because someone likes to be alone doesn't mean they are alone. So, are intelligence and loneliness linked? Are smart people more lonely than normal people?
It's not obvious, but what is clear is that intelligent people are more prone to stress and anxiety , which can cause loneliness.
In this generation, women often have high expectations: to be attractive, careful, capable, to have time to read books to improve themselves, and at the same time maintain a beautiful appearance... Under pressure, with this suffocating force, the desire to be alone germinated gradually. More and more women want to embark on a journey where they are solo and do not need to please or rely on others, or any other influencing factor.
With socialising everywhere, time spent alone becomes a luxury.
With socialising everywhere, time spent alone becomes a luxury. The French philosopher Fabrice Midal sums it up in his latest book: “Leave yourselves alone!” (Are you at peace!). Additionally, the growth rate of demand for solo travel has also led many companies to use it as their primary promotion method in recent times.
For a long time, single women or single women are often referred to as lonely, you rarely see a single man receiving these comments. But men and women are the same. For those who want to meet new people, relax or have freedom, loneliness is not scary. But for those who are still attached to the heavy responsibilities of work and society, having time alone so as not to have to start a conversation, prepare for possible formalities is heaven.
Today, young people take advantage of the weekend to relax and immerse themselves in short excursions, with strangers meeting each other for the first time. This period may have been brief, but it contributed to reduce their inhibitions, their anxiety and their feeling of confinement.
And after the trip? All experts agree that it is not necessary to share your trip with friends and family. You can share beautiful scenery, but your feelings are something very personal and unique. It is the combination of curiosity, tolerance, the unknown, the excitement that only you feel that has made your personal journey magical.
Intelligent people often value their autonomy and may prefer to make decisions and follow their own path without any outside pressure or influence.
Without distractions, solitude allows them to explore possibilities independently, discover new ideas, and exercise free will without supervision. This gives them the freedom to plan their lives and pursue their goals with a solid sense of control. Of course, this solitude does not imply an alienation from social relationships. On the contrary, these people make their presence in the crowd a remarkable luxury that many people look forward to.
It's important to remember that each person is unique and their tendencies often determine why they prefer to be alone. While some extremely intelligent people are more productive and creative when working alone, a few intelligent people may find that being around other people helps boost their motivation and provide them with important information.
Being alone does not necessarily mean loneliness, because highly intelligent people can still maintain strong relationships and enjoy the benefits of solitude without sacrificing meaningful relationships with others. It is important to understand that being alone allows them to focus deeply on their work and ideas, allowing them to think critically, objectively, and creatively about any task or concept they choose.
For most people, socialising increases happiness levels. .
