I bought a kayak and fell in love with being alone on the water but now my friends want to come with me and I cannot figure out how to say I need this to stay solitary without hurting their feelings.
More people experience this than they realize.
The need for solitude in certain activities conflicts with social expectations and the desire to share joy with others.
“Where Are You with Hobbies, Recreation & Leisure?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.