Bravo! Beautifully stated! And what an encouragement to other introverts (like me!) to step outside of their comfort zone and into authentic connection. 🥰
This advice is true. I am an introvert as well and work retail. I force myself to make connections with people. It has helped me tremendously. Thank you for sharing this beautiful piece ❤️
That’s a nice exchange with a stranger. You’re absolutely right in regard to having dialogue with people to inform your writing. People inspire one another with new info and different ways of thinking. You actually inspired me to have a conversation with a stranger. Thanks for sharing this piece!
What a stunningly human moment. That shift from 'spoiling' a daughter to the quiet distance of the college years is a transition so many parents dread. The tears in his eyes through the rearview mirror—that’s a powerful image.
I learned this skill somehow late in life, it was always scary to talk with strangers, but I totally agree with you,not only for writers, for everyone, you learn about others, their struggle, their hopes, their version of reality that's is different than everyone else. Good read
Yes, talking to strangers is scary. For some reason, I find it easy to do it in a new place while travelling. Maybe I'm more relaxed and free from the day-to-day worries there.
This was wholesome to read! Thank you for sharing. As a writer, I can totally relate how conversations can change perspective and how deeply it can affect the way we see and perceive things.
Thanks for reading this Mehak. I'm glad you liked it. Conversations with strangers and getting to know them is what has stayed with me from the trip. :)
"...a glimpse into how a real person holds multiple truths at once."
I've been experiencing this more and more, recently, especially with my partner. It's deeply revealing and almost painful. No real person is ever either black or white, they're a mess of every colour.
I'm an introvert and I totally agree with this. Recently, I've been attending a number of webinars and joining countless communities which has also made me connect with a lot of new people, seeing different perspectives from different angles. At the moment, my circle has expanded and my level of knowledge has grown to a large extent.
Communication guys, is key. I encourage everyone of us to come out of our shells and step into the outside world. That one word with five syllables "COMMUNICATION" will open doors to many opportunities. But when you decide to keep to yourself, you miss out greatly on these opportunities. There's one thing my mentor said recently — "Stop minding your business"— and it's true! Stop minding your business. Stop keeping to yourself and "your little circle" always. Go out there, talk to someone. Say "hi". Ask them about their day. Talk about the weather. Just say something at least and the conversation will flow into something meaningful!🍃
Yeah, I think we have got to be really present and lean in. That's when people open up. Thanks for subscribing. Hope it adds value to your work (and life). :)
Bravo! Beautifully stated! And what an encouragement to other introverts (like me!) to step outside of their comfort zone and into authentic connection. 🥰
Awesome. I'm glad that you liked it and that it gave you the motivation for more authentic connections. :)
This advice is true. I am an introvert as well and work retail. I force myself to make connections with people. It has helped me tremendously. Thank you for sharing this beautiful piece ❤️
I'm glad that you loved it Tawanna :)
That’s a nice exchange with a stranger. You’re absolutely right in regard to having dialogue with people to inform your writing. People inspire one another with new info and different ways of thinking. You actually inspired me to have a conversation with a stranger. Thanks for sharing this piece!
So glad to hear this. Hope you have more and more meaningful conversations with both strangers and loved ones. :)
Awesome! Read this in a breath and am craving for more!!
There are more hahah. Details when we meet. :)
I just found my new fav substack. . .
So so lovely to hear this. I'm glad I'm adding value for you :)
What a stunningly human moment. That shift from 'spoiling' a daughter to the quiet distance of the college years is a transition so many parents dread. The tears in his eyes through the rearview mirror—that’s a powerful image.
Glad you liked it. :)
I learned this skill somehow late in life, it was always scary to talk with strangers, but I totally agree with you,not only for writers, for everyone, you learn about others, their struggle, their hopes, their version of reality that's is different than everyone else. Good read
Yes, talking to strangers is scary. For some reason, I find it easy to do it in a new place while travelling. Maybe I'm more relaxed and free from the day-to-day worries there.
I'm glad you liked the post. :)
This was wholesome to read! Thank you for sharing. As a writer, I can totally relate how conversations can change perspective and how deeply it can affect the way we see and perceive things.
Thanks for reading this Mehak. I'm glad you liked it. Conversations with strangers and getting to know them is what has stayed with me from the trip. :)
THIS! is the summary of how to truly understand life. Different views causes exposure and inner sight.
Yeah. You’ve got to put yourself out there and try and connect to people (even strangers).
"...a glimpse into how a real person holds multiple truths at once."
I've been experiencing this more and more, recently, especially with my partner. It's deeply revealing and almost painful. No real person is ever either black or white, they're a mess of every colour.
Absolutely. So many shades of grey.
I LOVE talking to strangers!
You got me at the pug
Perfetto!
Too valid 🫰🏽
I'm an introvert and I totally agree with this. Recently, I've been attending a number of webinars and joining countless communities which has also made me connect with a lot of new people, seeing different perspectives from different angles. At the moment, my circle has expanded and my level of knowledge has grown to a large extent.
Communication guys, is key. I encourage everyone of us to come out of our shells and step into the outside world. That one word with five syllables "COMMUNICATION" will open doors to many opportunities. But when you decide to keep to yourself, you miss out greatly on these opportunities. There's one thing my mentor said recently — "Stop minding your business"— and it's true! Stop minding your business. Stop keeping to yourself and "your little circle" always. Go out there, talk to someone. Say "hi". Ask them about their day. Talk about the weather. Just say something at least and the conversation will flow into something meaningful!🍃
That's so lovely to hear. I'm so glad you're reaching out to new people and expanding your circle. Every conversation has potential to be meaningful.
I’ve learned so much from strangers. Break out of your circle.
Good to hear this. :)
Great insight. There’s a write way to learn from strangers or narrative drift that can happen. Subscribed! 👍
Yeah, I think we have got to be really present and lean in. That's when people open up. Thanks for subscribing. Hope it adds value to your work (and life). :)
I often tell others “Travel is the best form of education.”
Thank you for this lovely story! We’d all be happier if we listened more and talked less.
I’m glad you enjoyed the story. Stay tuned for more. :)