(A simple series highlighting verses from each chapter of the book of Proverbs) 

One who isolates himself pursues selfish desires; he rebels against all sound judgment…The name of Yahweh is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are protected. Proverbs 18:1,10 HCSB

These two verses are a study in opposites. 

The Isolater 

• Runs toward his desires, potentially away from better choices 
  
• Runs away from wisdom rather than toward surrender

The Righteous 

• Runs toward God first and always
• Runs toward strength and protection rather than selfishness and rebellion