“No man is an island.” That often-quoted phrase was written by English poet John Donne in the winter of 1623 during a serious illness. He was reflecting on his life and lessons learned in a series of essays, and this line was a part of a much longer piece. These words were written nearly 400 years ago, but their meaning is clear and as relevant today as the day they were written. No person is truly self-sufficient. We all must rely upon the company and comfort of others in order to thrive in this life.