In today’s hectic and constantly connected world, being alone with ourselves can feel like a challenge.
We are surrounded by attention thieves—phones, computers, work, and social obligations.
Sometimes I wonder if we seek comfort in these distractions to avoid confronting our own thoughts and emotions.
Could it be that daring to be alone with ourselves—even for just five minutes—might open the door to deeper self-understanding and insight?
I believe that even in such a short span of time, new sides of ourselves can surface—sides we were previously unaware of.
Silence is a key to the soul
When we allow ourselves to be alone without external distractions, we step into a state of silence.
Silence can be uncomfortable for many, because it demands that we face ourselves—without filters, without makeup, without masks.
In silence, facades mean nothing
Suddenly, we may become aware of thoughts, emotions, or worries we’ve suppressed or ignored.
This may feel uncomfortable at first, but it’s through this very process that we gain the opportunity to explore what is truly going on inside us.
Silence mirrors our inner life
It forces us to slow down, breathe deeply, and be present in the moment.
Instead of filling time with activity and stimuli, we make space for something new to emerge—
a deeper understanding of how we really feel about a situation, the realization of a hidden worry, or clarity about a decision we need to make.
Silence places you in front of yourself
By spending just five minutes alone, we offer ourselves a gift:
The chance to meet ourselves as we truly are.
In those brief moments, we can ask ourselves questions we often avoid:
- How am I really doing?
- What’s troubling me?
- What brings me joy?
- What do I long for?
Reflecting on these questions can lead to a deeper understanding of our needs, desires, and feelings.
Sometimes, these five minutes can reveal that we’ve been on autopilot—acting out of habit rather than conscious choice.
We may realize we’ve been neglecting something important in our lives, or that we need to make a change to find more balance and joy.
Other times, we might discover an unexpected sense of peace or satisfaction we didn’t know was there.
Just five minutes can be enough
Even though five minutes alone with yourself may not seem like much, it can be enough to spark self-awareness and personal growth.
When we make space to be present with our own thoughts and emotions, we open ourselves to the possibility of growing as human beings.
We learn to know ourselves better—and with that comes the ability to make more conscious and authentic choices.
It takes courage to dare to be alone with yourself, but the reward is worth the effort.
By carving out this small space in our day, we give ourselves the opportunity to discover new parts of who we are, to understand our deeper needs, and perhaps even to find new ways forward.
Daring to spend five minutes alone with yourself may seem like a simple task—but it holds the potential for deep insight and self-understanding
In a world full of distractions and demands, this small act can open up a greater connection to our inner lives.
By meeting ourselves in silence, we offer ourselves the chance to grow, to develop, and to live more authentically.
This is not just an exercise in self-reflection—it is a way to return to ourselves in the midst of a busy life.
DREIESKIVA|Roald Kvam 
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