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Paul Theroux

It's only when you're alone that you realize where you are. You have nothing to fall back on except your own resources.

Alone

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When you are by yourself, you become fully aware of your current situation because there is no one else to rely on. This forces you to depend solely on your own abilities and inner strength to handle whatever comes your way.

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