"Curated solitude"

Some popular trends strike a chord with me and curated solitude is definitely one of them. Just the sound of the concept is appealing. I was aware of the existence of curated playlists and reading lists, but "curated solitude" was a new concept for me. Maybe, I live in oblivion. Curated solitude is the collective name for the intentional, conscious act of creating, protecting, and designing alone time to escape overstimulation, recharge, and foster self-awareness. It began as a wellness trend, and involves mindful choices like silencing phones, walking without headphones, or simply declining invitations to prioritize yourself over constant social connection. I thought curated solitude was aimed at old people like myself. But, oh no. The target is group is the younger generation who are slaves under their mobiles and in need of a social media detox. They are so stressed out that their solitude needs to be curated by others. Curated solitude resonates with me. I picture myself in my old age listening attentively to Bach Goldberg Variations just like Dr. Hannibal Lecter ("Ready when you are, Sergeant Pembry") in the psychological horror thriller Silence of the Lambs. And clearly, without the need of a steel cage.