Loneliness Quote by William Sloane Coffin
““As for loneliness, it too has deep roots in selfishness, for its anguish stems less from having no one with whom to share one's burdens, more from having only one's burdens to share.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Power of Community, 1975
Loneliness stems from selfishness, not lack of company; sharing burdens matters.
In simple terms: Loneliness is selfishness.
Key Takeaway
Share burdens to reduce loneliness.
Themes
community
selfishness
emotional health
Mood
empathetic
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy
- group support
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
altruism
interdependence
Questions to Reflect On
- What burdens can you safely share?
- How does giving help alleviate loneliness?
A Different Perspective
Sharing may not always be reciprocated.
