"My friends tell me I have an intimacy problem. But they don't really know me"

This quote by Garry Shandling speaks to the problem of really understanding someone. It suggests that even those closest to us may not understand us entirely. It suggests that we might have problem forming intimate relationships, and that our friends may not know the full degree of our struggles. It also recommends that we might be reluctant to open to others, and that we may be safeguarded in our relationships. This quote speaks to the trouble of forming significant connections with others, and the value of being truthful and susceptible in order to develop strong relationships. It also highlights the value of self-awareness and comprehending our own needs in order to form significant connections with others.