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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

  • social isolation
  • mental health
  • community building

Putting it to work

  • reach out
  • build community
  • combat isolation

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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