A winter storm forced more than canceled plans — it forced stillness.

In this episode, Coach Del reflects on preparing for unexpected solitude and the emotional weight of anticipating being alone. From watching couples and families stock up for the storm, to remembering why she adopted her dogs after losing her husband, Del explores the difference between loneliness and solitude — and how quiet seasons can become powerful invitations for self-reconnection, reflection, and healing.

Whether you’re navigating the end of a relationship, grieving a loved one, or simply finding yourself alone in a season you didn’t choose, this episode offers reassurance, perspective, and gentle guidance for embracing solitude without isolation.

• The mindset shift that happens when you know you’ll be alone for days

• Preparing for solitude without distractions like TV or internet

• Witnessing togetherness while navigating loneliness alone

• Why companionship mattered so deeply after loss

• The difference between loneliness and intentional solitude

• How solitude can help you rediscover yourself

• Staying connected without avoiding the quiet

• Using stillness as a space for reflection and growth

“He often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.” — Luke 5:16

✍🏽 What is this season of solitude inviting me to see about myself?

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