Interacting with other humans is one of the greatest treasures that is absolutely free of charge.
However, we often dont take the time to meet new people.
Sure, we take a stab at mingle at dinner parties or networking events.
Aaron Alvarado
But thats not the same as real genuine conversation with someone youve never met.
Perhaps its because we were trained not to speak to strangers as children.
But theres a deeper problem at stake here if we dont learn to branch out and explore new experiences.
We launch the risk of missing out on new experiences and the pleasure of people.
Its safe to say this is how most adults feel the same way.
I walked past a church that was hosting a bazaar with amazing Russian dishes for sale.
While there, I felt really grateful to be eating such a great meal.
Rather than sit in silence, I introduced myself politely and we began talking.
His breadth of knowledge for psychology, philosophy, and comparative religion was incredible.
Needless to say, we became fast friends, and still are five years after meeting!
Thanks to the power of Skype, we can still keep in contact regularly.
It Increases Curiosity
When you first meet someone, you ask a lot of questions.
Because your curiosity is piqued and its interesting to learn more about them.
This is why its so essential that you dont take random experiences for granted.
Sometimes they can be a great way to meet people who you instantly connect with.
Now Im a regular!
Even silly things like that can change your life in small but delightfully rich ways.
Every conversation reveals more about who you are and who they are.
That means that you might connect on a deep level and find similar experiences to share.
Many of these can be new adventures that take you to places you never thought you would go.
Like any other skill, it must be practiced in order for you to get good.
Every friend you have was a stranger at one point.
At one point in time, every friend youve ever had was a stranger.
Thats an amazing fact when you think about it!
Everyone you know was once a foreign concept.
Use these suggestions as encouragement to meet more people and break out of your comfort zone.
Give people a chance and they may surprise you!
Be brave, but be smart!
