cold

What causes cold?

I think it depends on who you ask.

A scientist may be quick to tell you that there is no such thing as cold.
There is only an absence of heat.

Could the following be considered "cold causers"?

an unkind word

rumors

lies

gossip

loneliness

the glance of an enemy

the glare from an enemy

fear

apathy

betrayal

unrealistic expectations

dying passion

rejection

hopelessness

turmoil

restlessness

discontent

strife

loss

I pray I am not the source of any arctic blasts.