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Our pioneering research investigates how being alone influences our emotions, thoughts, and internal experiences. Discover insights and resources to help you embrace solitude for rejuvenation, reflection, and creativity.
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Our Research Intern at APS Global Summit
This summer, with support from the British Psychological Society’s Undergraduate Research Assistantship, final-year student Kazel Lim joined our lab as a research intern to work on our physiological data. She recently presented findings from one of our lab’s experiments at the American Psychological Association's Global Summit! This study explores the role of solitude in stress regulation. We couldn’t be prouder of Kazel! 🎉
Solitude: Power and Science of Being Alone
We’re thrilled to share that 2,800 copies of
Solitude: The Science and Power of Being Alone have been sold! 🎉 As we head into the holiday season, we’d love your support in helping us reach 3,000. ✨​​
What is this book about? We take a look at how society views solitude and try to shake up those ideas. Our goal? To help you reclaim and understand your own moments of solitude.
Interview on San Francisco NPR
What are your favorite solo activities?
Tune in for a conversation with Mina Kim, where we’ll explore the benefits of solitude from the Solitude Lab’s research, dive into solo activities with Professor Rebecca Ratner, and discuss the trend of solo dining with food critic Luke Tsai. Plus, hear from listeners as they call in to share their own experiences.
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