What dependence means

War strips away the illusion of self-sufficiency and reminds people how much they need each other - Sebastian Junger
At its core, this quote means that extreme adversity shatters the modern myth that we can or should do everything ourselves, revealing our fundamental, biological need for a tight-knit community.

Quotes about adversity principles

Humans need to feel connected to others, and that connection often comes most powerfully in times of adversity - Sebastian Junger
At its core, this quote means that our deepest sense of community and belonging isn't forged in times of ease, but in the crucible of shared struggle.