It’s A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood: A Look Back At Mr. Rogers

On Why Solitude Can Be An Amazing Thing

Have you ever noticed that Mr. Rogers started every one of his TV shows by speaking directly to the camera and his young viewers? His soothing voice and ability to slow everything down was an important part of his philosophy.

“Solitude is different from loneliness, and it doesn’t have to be a lonely kind of thing,” he explained. Mr. Rogers realized early on that even children need a moment to calm down, unlike children’s shows today that are non-stop action-packed spectacles. Quiet introspection can be a very grounding experience and is something we can all benefit from occasionally.