I'm glad I'm not the only one who's had that kind of experience! Honestly, I figured you did, both from the way you come across on interaction and from how well you seem to understand and explain this concept of Sherlock.

I have my own theories as to why I personally prefer to not assimilate to society and to compartmentalize emotions, and I can't help but wonder if they'd be similar to Sherlock's, considering the conceivable backstory he could have (difficult childhood, lack of loving influences, etc.).

I love that quote! My dead-star-heart enjoys the poetry of it, as well as the fact that it gets things across without mincing words.