I was so lonely I was willing to tolerate these relationships. The faint resemblance of human connection was enough. It had to be enough even though it wasn't.
In Roxane Gay's memoir "Hunger," the author reflects on the deep sense of loneliness that drove her to engage in relationships that lacked genuine connection. She portrays her willingness to settle for superficial interactions, illustrating how even a hint of human contact can sometimes feel sufficient in moments of isolation. This emotional struggle highlights the desperation for companionship, regardless of the quality of those connections.
Gay's insight reveals a complex understanding...