Social isolation through rejection and exclusion causes physical pain. Many people these days are in silent desperation where they feel isolated even in a crowd. Isolation can be the feeling of not being understood, subtly ignored, no meaningful connections, bullying (deliberate targetting) and overworking. It is a major issue in society and is not hard to see on public transport, at lunch-time and in public spaces where increasingly people are alone. Humans are naturally gregarious (group oriented) so to structure society in such a way where families break down increasingly, friendships may be based on what you own, your status but not actually who you are and you may be different, you may speak up or have diverse ways. Isolation renders people defenseless and increasingly they become targets for bullying. Many bystanders simply walk past lonely people very few intervene and include people.
This video explains the biological implications of isolation. May we create an inclusive world no matter the difference. The work to be done in society and business is to embrace diversity. Creativity and innovation come from clashing up ideas, including diverse ideas and empowering people to learn to work together cooperatively rather than shutting down quietly those who are different. Excellence comes from social harmony and inclusivity.