John Burnside Quotes

I love being by myself.

It took me 36 years to be able to be by myself and like it.

Yes, I do seek solitude, but I am never lonely.

Only he knew that to be left alone is not always to be forsaken.

So it is necessary that we should learn to be alone.

What a lovely surprise to finally discover how unlonely being alone can be.

When everything is lonely I can be my best friend.

I'm very happy alone.

I am never bored, never short of anything to do and I don't even ever feel lonely. I am quite gregarious and I get out and about a lot, but sometimes it is just wonderful to be on your own.

I was never less alone than when by myself.

Be able to be alone. Lose not the advantage of solitude, and the society of thyself.

Most women would not be happy being me. People say, 'But you're alone.' But I don't feel alone. I feel very un-alone.

I am now quite cured of seeking pleasure in society, be it country or town. A sensible man ought to find sufficient company in himself.

It is very easy to love alone.

People say you've got to be OK with your own company, but tell me why?

Solitude is not the same as loneliness. Solitude is a solitary boat floating in a sea of possible companions.

I've been around so many people for so long that I take great delight in my own company.

I don't think I've ever been lonely in my entire life. I love to shut my front door and be on my own.

I am not afraid of being alone and single.

I think rather than being unhappy with somebody, being alone and happy is better.

I love being alone.

Born to myself, I like myself alone.

My goal was to be able to be alone without food, sugar, phone, men, TV, anything and to feel O.K. about myself.

Being single is only sad if you have a problem with your own company. I'm content with mine.

As much I can stay away from people, I remain happy.