The Void

It is interesting to me to see the things that people use to fill their voids. Some people use material things. Some people use other people. Some people turn to drugs and alcohol since the only way they know how to cope is through escape and forgetfulness. Others choose God, and still others choose art.

But can the void ever truly be filled?

Are we whole when we begin?

What if we were created with a void simply for the purpose of giving us a drive for life? Think about it. If we were whole when we started would we have a zest for life? Would we want or need to go out and have all of the experiences that we have? Or would we be content with where were and never inclined to move forward?

What causes a person to choose destructive behavior to fill the void over fulfilling and sustaining things? I'm saying this not literally meaning the psychology behind it, but just in wonder and awe of the fact that four different people can all go through the same experience and yet choose completely different methods of coping.