Understanding Narrative Perspective in Prose

In the following passage, the narrator reflects on a moment of existential crisis while observing a street performer in a bustling city square. Pay attention to the narrative perspective used as it shapes the reader's understanding of the theme of isolation amidst a crowd:

“As I leaned against the cold stone wall, the cacophony of laughter and chatter enveloped me, yet I felt more detached than ever. The juggler, with his colorful balls soaring high, seemed to command the attention of every passerby, their delighted expressions contrasting sharply with my own sense of alienation. It was as if I were a mere spectator in this vibrant tapestry of life, forever observing but never participating.”