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Right. Who defines what is "fulfilling" or "meaningful"?
Once a person is betrayed, used, or disappointed enough times, the best solution is to go in a different direction. Not all hermits/loners were born that way. They were molded due to life experiences.
I finally gave up on other people and focus my energy on reading books, cooking, gardening, and my business. That's what gives me meaning and fulfillment.
People aren't meant to be socially isolated for long periods of time. People need people. People need friends. Circumstances may cause some people to withdraw from other people, and alone time can certainly be a good thing. But long term social isolation is not healthy either emotionally or physically. I'm speaking for myself from personal experience.
Can a hermit/recluse live a life that is at least as equally fulfilling as someone with meaningful, established connections?
I believe that they can if they are living that kind of life by choice. If they crave solitude and are happiest when alone, then they likely would find a reclusive lifestyle fulfilling.
If they are living that kind of life involuntarily - perhaps they have trouble establishing and maintaining friendships but want to have those types of connections - then no, they will not find a reclusive lifestyle fulfilling.
Can a hermit/recluse live a life that is at least as equally fulfilling as someone with meaningful, established connections?
Probably not. Depends on why someone is a recluse. If they are living in the outback where they will not encounter anyone they would most likely be talking to the trees and rocks. If they are dependent on anyone for anything their reclusiveness would exacerbate their insanity (like Howard Hughes).
Like dogs and hoofstock, we are herd animals, we don't thrive alone.
Some people need more social contacts than others.
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