Quote #219
What a lovely surprise to finally discover how unlonely being alone can be.
Ellen Burstyn
About This Quote
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Interpretation
The line contrasts “alone” (a physical condition) with “unlonely” (an emotional state), suggesting that solitude can be unexpectedly nourishing rather than painful. Calling it a “lovely surprise” frames this as a hard-won discovery: the speaker likely expected isolation to feel like deprivation, but instead finds self-sufficiency, calm, or creative freedom. The quote resonates with modern discussions of autonomy and inner life—how learning to enjoy one’s own company can reduce dependence on external validation and transform solitude from a stigma into a chosen space for reflection and renewal.



