I spent 30 hours alone in a small cabin out in the wilderness with no technology. Everything was left behind for some time to think. I planned to do some hiking as well but forgot my snow boots. It ended up better that way because it gave me time to think.
This time alone away from people and technology allowed me to slow down and clear my mind. It took some time for that to happen as I roamed around the small cabin looking for things to read. I started journaling and have continued to do so. I started reading new books, something else I wanted to make more time for.
The biggest takeaways from my 30 hours in solitude
- Uninterrupted time away from the requirements of the day is essential.
- Ideas are not committed to memory if I’m not writing things down by hand.
- Time spent reading every day is non-negotiable.
- Technology is an essential tool but must be put away during times of focus.
