When so many are lonely as seem to be lonely, it would be inexcusably selfish to be lonely alone.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- When loneliness is common, being alone is selfish.
- In plain terms
- If everyone is lonely, you should not be lonely by yourself.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek connection when others are struggling with loneliness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle loneliness?
- Who do you turn to?
Another view
Sometimes solitude is needed for recovery.
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