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In the article “Loneliness and Wisdom: Are They Related?”, the author holds the view that they are inversely related. Research shows that more people feel mild to severe loneliness during their late 20s, mid-50s and late 80s than in other time as the general sense of isolation was more prevalent than expected. Defined as “subjective distress”, loneliness has no necessary connection with being alone, but the discrepancy of people’s social relationships between ideal and reality. Luckily, Dr. Jeste found wisdom can protect people against loneliness--the wiser people are, the less they feel lonely. From my point of view, I can't agree with this opinion any more. For one thing, as most ordinary people deal negatively with loneliness, the wise prefer to find out the reason, thinking about why they feel that way, which requires the observation of their surroundings and self-reflection. After a set of thinking, they will list out things that can make the situation better. In stead of immersed in loneliness, they will spend more time on meaningful things like reading and traveling. For another thing, thanks to great wisdom, the wise have the better ability to master or moderate their emotions by virtue of applying rich experiences and knowledge. In addition, those wise people do well in socializing with high-quality person and regulating interpersonal relationships, which will provide them with positive energy. However, unwise people may sink into a sea of loneliness and depression. Since there’s a correlation to wisdom and cognitive function and feelings of loneliness, let’s fight loneliness with wisdom, which can be cognitively developed, and in turn help us experience loneliness in a more healthy way.
