Loneliness hides in silence. Even among crowds, the ache of loneliness resonates. The sadness in one's eyes reflects from the depths of the heart; unseen, unperceived.
Longing, on the other hand, is the echoed voice of loneliness. One gazes into the distance, counting the stars; filled with longing, mixed with despair. To hear the voice of a loved one, to feel their touch; but they are distant, unreachable.
Sometimes, being alone intensifies longing. Memories of the past come alive, traces of the beloved become indelible. Yet, there is a fine line between loneliness and longing. Loneliness is an inward silence; longing is an outward cry.
However, every loneliness and every longing is a part of a story. Perhaps the deepest emotions are the most powerful sources of inspiration. And perhaps that's why loneliness and longing, deeply entrenched in the corners of literature, are the most profound themes reflecting the human soul.
