[WalterSear]

>Something the article does not touch on is accepting the reality of alone-ness: we're all alone together (quote from an old friend).

I don't think this is the same thing. Some people are demonstrably more alone than others, such as closeted men during the AIDS epidemic.

[virtualwhys]

Agreed, but doesn't change the fact that we're all alone together.

Even connected people, with friends, family, and lovers by their side...exit stage left alone.

Loneliness is a layer thrown on top of fundamental alone-ness. Obviously life is more enjoyable when feeling connected, belonging and so on, but for many that's simply not in the cards.

If everyone felt accepted and loved, would it be life? Sounds more like heaven.

[stelonix]

I believe you're missing the point: there are people who are way more lonely than the average person. From the article, I believe it is talking about people who are lonely and do not enjoy it (even if unconsciously).

[saraid216]

> If everyone felt accepted and loved, would it be life? Sounds more like heaven.

Sounds like a challenge.

[WalterSear]

>If everyone felt accepted and loved, would it be life?

YES.