This week Fandango asks;
When and where do you do your best thinking? Why is that?
I do a lot of thinking when I’m alone. It could be while I’m walking, taking a shower or sitting in my comfy bed before sleeping.
I seriously cannot think clearly when I’m distracted by people around me talking, the tv blaring news, or something else. I also cannot think when I am required to pay attention to my surroundings, reply to queries or give my opinion. Here, by the term thinking, I mean serious contemplating topics like life end it’s complexities and of course my writing.
The time for thinking deep thoughts is anytime and all the time when I need to think. Solitude is the primary requirement. The reason is I think self-explanatory; I think to sort out my problems. I also think about writing ideas and at this time I want to be free from external stimulation so that I can concentrate on my ideas.
Thinking is a very useful activity. If more people thought before they acted our world would be a much better place.
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Written for FPQ # 158, hosted by Fandango
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I agree, Sadje. Solitude does pave the way for some deep thoughts.
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Thanks Shruthi. It really does.
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I’m the same. I do my “best thinking” when I walk. I can’t think if there is talking, like a TV, but I can think with quiet music playing.
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Too much noise blocks the thinking process.
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Yep. And too many people (i.e., one or more) in the vicinity does as well…
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For me too.
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Agree.. often when you are alone you get time for self and seek many answers.
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Very true Tanvir
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I use to be like that but now when I don’t feel a will i zone out in mid convo and start thinking about what gets me peace… is that bad thing?
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If people around you don’t mind then it’s okay.
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🥺🙃🥺
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😀
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Thinking can allow us lead more generous and fulfilled lives.
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Very true Jim. I wish more people think before acting
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I agree. Thinking thrives for me in quiet reflection.
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Me too. 😎🥰
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Awesomeness! 😊
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Thanks 🙏🏼
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It’s the beach for me, especially this time of the year when I have it to myself – except for last week when I took my Wordless Wednesday photos!
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Thinking is best done in solitude.
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My best thinking used to be on my morning walks too. Since my husband started working remotely, he now walks with me. It’s a nice time for us to walk and talk, but it doesn’t allow me time to think.
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So true. Walk with a companion is more enjoyable but it’s not alone time.
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I used to treasure my morning walks alone. But I also enjoy spending time with my husband outdoors talking about what is on our minds. I could always add another walk while he’s working.
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That’s the answer, I think.
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You are so right about that–the world would be much better if people would think before acting.
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It would be, if only!
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When I worked at a library, my boss used to say, “you can’t cure people”–as in change them into better, less self-centered folks. 🙂 I was a long time learning that everyone can’t be like me–have my values, beliefs, ways of doing things, etc–and fortunately everyone can’t have my bad points either, hah!! 🙂
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People only change when they want to. And we all have good or bad habits.
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Change is a process, even when we desperately want to–that’s my experience, anyway.
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Very right Zelda
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🙂
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I agree that I do my best thinking in a relatively distraction-free environment. That said, when I need to concentrate, I’m pretty good at tuning out the “noise” around me.
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That’s a trick I need to learn.
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Your closing paragraph is perfectly stated. Unfortunately many people react with thinking. I completely agree with you about solitude and contemplation. A sacred space. Wonderful post, Sadje.
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Thanks Jeff. The current situation in Russia/ Ukraine is the perfect example.
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You’re welcome, Sadje. Always. Ah, that’s exactly so. I completely agree.
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🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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Yes, solitude is a must
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👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
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I agree with you, Sadje. Constructive thinking is an important aspect of human life that requires solitude and tranquillity to come up with instrumental solutions. I also find it hard to cogitate properly in a noisy and tumultuous environment.✅ 😊
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Thanks Lamittan! Quiet is essential t to hear ourselves think.
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Indeed! Feel most welcome, dear. 💕
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🙏🏼
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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I’m the same Sadje and love your contemplative thoughts in silence which is exactly why i get up at 3:30 a.m. often to write.. or on a hike.. when i’m alone. 💖
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Wow! 3:30am is amazing.
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I’m the saw way
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Thanks Sajjida
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Same. I meant same 😆
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I know! 💖😍
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