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Re:Older Americans are alone half their waking hours, on ave... by andreilys on Friday July 12, 2019 @11:42AM (#20421510)
To live alone one must be either a beast or a god, says Aristotle. Leaving out the third case: one must be both - a philosopher. - Nietzsche
Re:Older Americans are alone half their waking hours, on ave... by vonseel on Friday July 12, 2019 @09:58PM (#20426051)
I have been living alone for most of the past 5 years. I probably avoid loneliness by spending a ton of time on creative endeavors and artwork, and I am at peace with the solitude and do not need the comfort or attention of others. I have gone months only leaving the house to buy groceries and not visiting family or friends in person (working from home).

I do not think an average person would be able to live like this. It takes a certain type of driven, focused personality who can dive into their work or hobbies and be happy with their head below water for a while without seeing anyone. I suspect Aristotle and Nietzsche both had these qualities.

Re:Older Americans are alone half their waking hours, on ave... by lotsofpulp on Friday July 12, 2019 @11:53AM (#20421594)
How do the logistics of being born alone work? In my experience, at least one other human is required.