Philosophy Wire by Spiros Kakos [2018-12-29]: Some individuals enjoy spending time alone, reading or working on their computers. They are unsociable. Unlike shyness (withdraw out of fear or anxiety) and avoidance (withdraw because they dislike social interaction), research consistently shows that unsociability is unrelated to negative outcomes. But, Bowker's study is the first to link it to a positive outcome, creativity. [1] Staying alone. Without others to disrupt you. Because the others are not outside. They are inside you. And when you are alone you can better talk with them. Without anything disrupting you. Close your eyes and listen carefully. They have a lot to say…

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