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082			_a155.92 _bGAV/A
100			_aGavrani, Renuka _eAuthor _927673
245			_aThe art of being alone : _bsolitude is my home, loneliness was my cage / _cRenuka Gavrani.
260			_aNoida : _bAmaryllis (An Imprint of Manjul Publishing House), _c2023.
300			_axix, 136 p. : _bill. ; _c19 cm.
504			_aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520			_aThe text argues that society conditions us from childhood to fear loneliness by portraying people who are alone as weak, unwanted, or in need of saving. Because of this, many people try to fit in and gain acceptance, often losing their true selves in the process. The author shares a personal journey of moving from feeling lonely and seeking validation to embracing solitude and using it for self-growth. The core idea is that loneliness is not a curse but a misunderstood state that can be transformed into a powerful period of personal development. The book aims to help readers shift their mindset—from fearing being alone to enjoying it—and use solitude to build a fulfilling life and achieve their goals.
650			_aPsychology  _9383
650			_aEnvironmental psychology  _927709
650			_aSocial Influences _927710
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