silly mango

We are born helpless. As soon as we are fully conscious we discover loneliness. We need others physically, emotionally, intellectually; we need them if we are to know anything, even ourselves.
~C.S. Lewis, "The Four Loves"

Why is it that we need companionship? Life would be simplier if we can all propogate asexually, putting away the frustrations of finding a suitable mate with which to exchange DNA. Not just speaking in the eros of relationship terms but in terms of friendships, life would be so much easier if we can be self sufficient and not feel pangs of loneliness ever. I want to live in an ivory tower on a mountain surrounded by huge trees. I'd look out my window and see in the distance the glistening ocean.