Don’t you find it amazing how people that were once strangers can become so close to you?
When we were young, our parents told us not to interact with strangers to protect us. Yet, I believe that these strangers were the adults that we weren’t allowed to interact with as kids because we would still socialize and talk with other kids when we were on the playground even if we didn’t know them. And I completely understand that we should be aware of the consequences of interacting with adults when we are young to protect ourselves from whatever may happen. However, this form of protection also creates some limitations. As we get older, we don’t know at what age we should start talking to strangers or people with whom we don’t have a direct relationship and connection.
Nonetheless, strangers can be some of the most interesting people you meet. Unless, of course, you are not as curious or interested in meeting people, which is completely fine. Though, I will say why strangers are fascinating. First of all, they are people you meet randomly, and every time you meet someone new, you can discover more about yourself and your mannerisms and how other people view the same world you live in. And, second, these strangers that you meet can have things in common with you, and the only thing that would be left to do is to find out what those similarities are. And for that reason alone, I can agree and disagree with the form of protection our parents give us. We need to be able to leave our comfort zone and meet new people. These people you will probably meet can be some of the most enthralling or boring people you meet. Still, they help you be one step closer to learning more about yourself and how it is incredible that we have at least one thing in common with every individual that stands on this planet.
So, I leave you with this, even if talking with people we don’t know can be frightening at first, when we speak to someone, we have the opportunity to learn about their past, and maybe even be part of their future. Do not close yourself off entirely on meeting strangers and interacting with new people. Because not only will you create a network and relationships, you will also start getting a feel of how people may treat you and be aware of the red flags. So, go out there, and meet people, and who knows, they may become your closest friend...
Z.
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