Truly being alone

[MaryN]

Hang on, before we head further into the esoteric depths, what exactly do you mean by being "truly alone"? Tens of thousands (probably more actually) of people live alone - some by choice and some not - and don't see anyone for long periods. Apart from the well publicised depressions suffered by those celebrities who were unliked on Facebook or whatever, most people don't seem to crack up.

I lived on my own for years and loved every minute of it. Holidays were absolute bliss. I don't recall cracking up - even in extreme weather conditions - nor did I end up sobbing into a hankie for no reason. You chaps are showing signs of being wimpy (except BP and I still think he's a reincarnated Viking).