John Donne said "No man is an island" but other poets and philosophers have said we are essentially alone in this world. I understand the first point, but exper

John Donne said "No man is an island" but other poets and philosophers have said we are essentially alone in this world. I understand the first point, but experience the second, but not fully because I do have a few valued connections with others. There are always exceptions to the general condition. You have a good one too.