Hiding Out – The Secret Moments We Face Alone

Have you ever had those moments where you just need to disappear for a little while? Maybe it’s a long drive with no destination, sitting in your car outside the house before going in, or locking yourself in the bathroom just to breathe. We all have these hidden moments—times when we retreat into our thoughts, trying to sort through the chaos of life, asking ourselves the big questions, or just escaping from the noise of the world for a little while.

In this episode of Life Again, we’re talking about those secret moments we rarely admit to—those times when we feel the weight of life pressing in and just need to be alone to process, to question, to hope, or sometimes to just exist. I’ll share some personal stories of my own “hiding out” moments, from sitting in a grocery store parking lot pretending to be on an important phone call just so I could avoid going inside, to staring at the ceiling at 2 AM wondering if I’m on the right path.

We’ll dive into why we retreat, what these moments mean, and how they can be both a refuge and a trap. Are we using these moments to reset and reflect, or are we avoiding the hard things we know we need to face? Are these secret moments a sign of strength or struggle?

With a mix of honesty, humor, and raw reflection, we’ll explore:

• The science behind why we seek solitude in stressful times.
• The difference between healthy reflection and unhealthy avoidance.
• The unexpected power of being alone—but not lonely.
• How to turn these moments into fuel for personal growth instead of getting stuck in them.

If you’ve ever found yourself hiding out—mentally, emotionally, or even physically—this episode is for you. Because at the end of the day, we all have those moments. The question is: what do we do with them?

🎧 Tune in and let’s talk about it. Because real life isn’t just about the big moments—it’s about the quiet, hidden ones too.