"Estrangement shows itself precisely in the elimination of distance between people"

Theodor Adorno suggests that when individuals end up being separated from one another, they frequently do so by getting rid of the physical and emotional space between them. In other words, estrangement can arise when individuals no longer preserve borders that permit them to comprehend and respect each other's uniqueness. Rather, they might end up being too close, blurring borders and causing stress and conflict. This can result in a breakdown of communication, understanding, and ultimately the breakdown of the relationship itself.