person feels forced to maintain because they cannot function independently.
But Independence Doesn’t Mean Never Feeling Lonely
There is another side to the story.
Being independent doesn’t make anyone immune to loneliness.
A woman can be confident, successful, financially secure, and perfectly comfortable living alone while still occasionally wishing she had someone special beside her.
That’s completely normal.
The goal isn’t to prove that people don’t need other people. Rather, it’s to recognize that emotional connection can take many forms.
A strong friendship can provide comfort. Family can provide support.
