Forget sex or politics or religion, loneliness is the subject that clears out a room.

Summary

This quote suggests that despite people being drawn to controversial or divisive topics like sex, politics, or religion, it is the topic of loneliness that makes others uncomfortable and causes them to distance themselves. Loneliness is often seen as a vulnerable and sensitive subject, and discussing it can make people confront their own fears and insecurities. As a result, people tend to avoid discussing or addressing loneliness, leaving it as a taboo subject that generates unease and causes individuals to retreat.

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