Needed Connections

From the Nigel Jackson Tarot, the Two of Cups; from the Wolf Pack, Isolation:

Loneliness is a subjective feeling where the connections we need are greater than the connections we have. –Vivek Murthy

The card of reconciliation and commitment pairs with a card of separation and division. Why would we choose to isolate ourselves rather than connect with healthy relationships for our well-being? Judgments and assumptions are likely at play.

1. We focus only on the outer packaging rather than inner values (kindness, etc.).
2. We hold rigid beliefs and opinions and refuse to associate with anyone who has even slightly different ideas.
3. We expect praise or acknowledgement; we are looking for a boost to our ego.
4.  We generalize from one experience - we judge the whole person from one thing said or done.
5. On the other side of the coin, we may assume we don't rate highly enough because others are smarter, wealthier, or have more social connections. 

We need not think alike to love alike. – Francis David

If you find yourself constantly trying to prove your worth to someone, you have already forgotten your value. –Anonymous