In the majority of cases, such as my own, the 'performer' truly DOES care about the other person's feelings and makes it their mission to provide these individuals with an 'escape' from what ails them. The 'comic' in this scenario would be willing to take themselves down or bite off their own arm just for a chance of a smile from someone they've set their sites on.
Following down this path is where the 'loneliness in a crowd' mentality is created. People love you, they love your personality and maybe some of them even prefer to be around you. Even worse, you know this to be true! The fact is, they love you, but do they CARE about you?
This is the general thought process that plagues many people. Rationally, there's the thought that no one really wants to hear about any problems within the comics' everyday life. The thought that, if they were to present serious issues or their own woes into the conversation, that people would no longer wish to be a part of their lives, that they should serve their 'purpose' or move on. These people tend to place themselves and their needs as secondary to those in their company.
The 'alone in a crowd' feeling is an empty one that creeps up slowly if the speaker is idle for too long. Unfortunately this feeling can overtake people. Outsiders may find it silly, not understanding the logic behind it. Though the logic is twisted and is created internally, the beliefs are real.
Hopefully through this sadness, Robin will have peace, other people suffering will be inspired to seek any help they may need, and the Williams family can find the strength to carry on.
Robin was a legend and was a constant for most of our lives and his work will live on to be enjoyed by the masses for years to come.
