LONELY

In isolation, those who are lonely face two choices:

They can either internalise the lack of love and replace it with hatred, or they can cling to the love they’ve known and wear it as a mask among the busy crowd.

For me, the choice was clear—I clung to what I love, and that was See Yourself.

Some cling to the football.

Some cling to the game.

Some cling to porn.

Some cling to the pain.

In mutual loneliness, a hidden community emerges—a space where those of us who are isolated can achieve remarkable things, born from struggle.

With isolation comes confusion, and with confusion come questions—questions often answered in divisive ways. But what if we, the forgiving ones, could change that narrative?

If isolation is inherently lonely, why then would the solution lie in further division through competition?

Despite the gendered conflicts surrounding this issue, the healthiest path forward seems to be transcending our differences. By fostering deeper understanding through insightful conversations and open communication, we can discover a shared human goal.

It seems those most eager to ‘help’ isolated minds are, in many cases, the ones inadvertently perpetuating the issue.

If a lost boy’s questions are answered only by ‘men,’ it’s no surprise that women may feel alienated. It’s up to those of us who are lonely, and those of you who feel assured, to collaborate toward mutual growth. Together, we can create a future where both men and women can heal from the learned hatred and fractured mindset that isolation has instilled in us.

The solution is simple: find community in the things we love and build relationships around them.

I know this because I’m no longer lonely.

We start as blank canvases, shaped by our surroundings. Some receive more diverse influences than others, leading to subjective judgments about what colours—what identities—are acceptable. My background includes a Muslim father, a Christian mother, and a progressive sister, all of which inform my perspective.

Instead of seeking to erase these differences, I aim to find a common colour—representing forgiveness, purity, peace, and progress—that can unite us all. This shared understanding can guide future generations.

Many feel lost and marginalised, leading to cycles of hurt and isolation. We must recognise our shared struggles and confront the loneliness we all experience, whether in silence, comparison, or online.

My journey began in deep loneliness, which I overcame through community, notably in sports like football. This shared experience of connection can transform our feelings of isolation into unity.

While we often cling to our biases—especially in religion and politics—this can lead to conflict. However, at a fundamental level, we share moral values that promote progress.

This identity of peace and purity should be embraced by everyone, especially those in positions of privilege. If they reject it, it reveals a desire for conflict rather than unity.

This movement is about peaceful protest and collective identity. By demonstrating these values from the grassroots level up, we can challenge the status quo and promote a better world for all.

Ultimately, we can transform loneliness into a collective strength, fostering a sense of belonging and purpose. We are no longer alone.