Creation Quote by Anonymous
“And now I was lonelier, I supposed, than anyone else in the world. Even Defoe's creation, Robinson Crusoe, the prototype of the ideal solitary, could hope to meet another human being. Crusoe cheered himself by thinking that such a thing could happen any day, and it kept him going. But if any of the people now around me came near I would need to run for it and hide in mortal terror. I had to be alone, entirely alone, if I wanted to live.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, 1719
The narrator feels extreme isolation, fearing any human contact, and believes survival requires total solitude.
In simple terms: Extreme loneliness makes the narrator fear others.
Key Takeaway
Embrace solitude for self‑preservation.
Themes
loneliness
survival
fear
solitude
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- remote work
- mental health retreats
- survival scenarios
- spiritual meditation
Key Concepts
existential dread
self‑reliance
psychological isolation
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you find balance between solitude and connection?
- What risks arise from avoiding all contact?
A Different Perspective
Total isolation can damage mental health and social skills.
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