What has been the period in your life when you experienced the most solitude?

The time I felt the loneliest in life was during my first year of moving to a new city for a job opportunity. Even though the city was bustling and full of life, I felt isolated and disconnected because I was far from family and friends. Adapting to a new environment and trying to make connections was challenging, especially because I was not very familiar with the area’s culture and lifestyle. The transition from a familiar support network to initially having no one to rely on was a stark contrast. It was this period that taught me the importance of self-reliance and pushed me to build new relationships, which ultimately enriched my life tremendously.