As a recent college graduate in a new city, Samantha Elliott thought she'd be lonely. Instead, she found companionship in the most unexpected place: with herself. And that, ironically, helped expand ...

Keane is the supervising editor of NPR’s Life Kit and author of the book Party of One: Be Your Own Best Life Partner. There’s a lot of fear around spending time alone. Alone time can make people itchy ...

In today’s fast-paced world, the concept of “me time” has gained prominence as an essential part of maintaining mental health. For many, alone time serves as a refuge from the constant demands of ...

RECENTLY, I was walking alone on a quiet, winding trail. The path was hard to follow and slick with snow. The sun felt warm on my face. As I trudged uphill, I missed my partner, but felt grateful to ...