I'm wondering if it works the same way if the solitude is choosing you.
Why are you replying to GP's comment that is not talking about loneliness but solitude?
You don't feel lonely but the contrary, you are quite excited.
You come back and write a blog post titled "I found my true self during an unexpected trip in solitude" or something.
I downvote anyone who says “I wonder…” and then asks a question the article answers.
> But you can be alone and not feel lonely, or you can be with others and feel lonely. “Loneliness really refers to perceived social inadequacy of relationships
> “One of the clearest findings on solitude is if it’s chosen for the value that it has, it’s going to be a more positive experience,” says Netta Weinstein, a professor of psychology at the University of Reading in England and a co-author of “Solitude: The Science and Power of Being Alone.” “If it’s forced on you, it’s going to be a less positive experience.”
So if it is non-chosen solitude, it will be less positive than chosen solitude.
Now what is the answer to the downvoted question, i still don't know the answer and in fact i wonder as well.