I'm such a team player, and I love being in a group setting. You're used to looking to your left and right and someone being there. When you're out there on your own, you're like, 'Oh, boy.'
People intuitively realize that there is strength in numbers and take comfort in the company of others, especially in times of anxiety or need.
Perhaps," said the man, "you would like to be lost with us. I have found it much more agreeable to be lost in the company of others.
If I'm with a group of people, I'm okay, but actually I'm quite a nervous person if I'm just one-to-one with somebody.
There is nothing inhuman, evil, or irrational which does not give some comfort, provided it is shared by a group.
Maybe it's just my improv and sketch background, but I'm a lot more comfortable in a group. I like sharing focus and populating an ensemble.
Everywhere, women gathered in knots, huddled in groups on front porches, on sidewalks, even in the middle of the streets, telling each other that no news is good news, trying to comfort each other, trying to present a brave appearance.