This is something I have not heard someone say before and I think it strikes at the heart of something true, whether you are a writer or not: we long for rich connection and we live in a world of shallow interchange and profound loneliness. I think it's also true, that often we want to connect at a deeper level but are afraid of the risks of doing so, and writing is a "safe" way to do it. You can express what you feel without a face to face connection or rejection. You have given me a lot to ruminate upon. Thank you.