I Like Being Alone Author:Betty Ren Wright Brenda, in "I Like Being Alone," is learning a foundational truth that will serve her throughout her life. She needs a space that is all her own, and she needs times that are filled with family and friends. It is not bad to want a private hiding space. It is not bad to love a crowd. In fact, both are good and both are healthy. — Brenda's story wi... more »ll help other children learn that their "together" and "alone" feelings are normal - universal. They are not being selfish when they want privacy.« less