Feeling lonely Quote by Dalai Lama XIV
““We often are alone without feeling lonely and feel lonely when we are not alone, as when we are in a crowd of strangers or at a party of people we do not know.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Talk, 2015
People can feel isolated even in crowds, and feel lonely when truly alone; connection depends on relational quality, not numbers.
In simple terms: Loneliness is about quality, not quantity.
Seek meaningful connections.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social events
- remote work
- family gatherings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What relationships feel most authentic?
- How can you foster deeper bonds?
Not all social settings reduce loneliness.