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Vaguely being around other people, even if with no intent to socialize (e.g., a coffee shop with mostly laptops) seems to fill the gap. If you feel lonely, it s
by JMTQp8lwXL 7y ago
Vaguely being around other people, even if with no intent to socialize (e.g., a coffee shop with mostly laptops) seems to fill the gap. If you feel lonely, it seems to go a long way, compared to sitting at home.
- ikeyany 7y agoSort of like when people have the TV on at all times to not feel alone. But isn't that just masking the symptoms of deeper issues regarding self-imposed isolation?
- pdimitar 7y agoMaybe it does mask it as you say but it also offers tangible benefits. Having a stream on my TV at all times while I'm awake definitely helped me feel almost no loneliness.