“Don’t talk to strangers!” This advice is sadly necessary in today’s world when you’re a child. There are so many types of people out there, and we all want to keep our children safe. However, this advice has its limits. Far too many people continue following this childhood mantra well into adulthood. After a certain age you should most definitely talk to strangers. Obviously, you must use common sense. A person standing in the corner shouting at the wall may not be ‘conversation of the night’ material. However, this person is a lot rarer than you may think. The vast majority of the people you cross paths with are amazingly complex people with fascinating stories to tell. People don’t bite, except maybe that person in the corner.

Think about it. Where’s the logic in saying “I don’t know that person therefore I won’t talk to them”? You don’t know them which is precisely why you should speak up. If you don’t say something you’ll never know them. All of your friends, boyfriends, girlfriends, spouses, and whoever else you can think of, were once strangers.

You could be standing in line at the coffee shop with the most amazing person in the world but if you’re too afraid to strike up a conversation you’ll never know. You may be thinking “what if they think I’m weird? What if they ignore me or blow me off?”

So what???

At least you tried. There are almost 8 billion people in the world! Are you really about to get worked up over a single person that you don’t even know? Don’t let that ruin your day. They don’t want to talk to you? Their loss, not yours.

You must adopt what David Wygant calls the rule of “some will, some won’t, so what.” Always be yourself regardless of what others think. Never diminish your flame so that those around you may feel less awkward.

When you’re acting like your true self, when your inner light is shining for all to see, your light will serve as a beacon, calling kindred spirits home.

Are you going to have an amazing connection with every person you meet? Of course not. There are going to be people who find your personality annoying, people who don’t want to be around you. With all due respect, screw these people. I’m sure they are great people in their own way, but they’re not great for you. Choose people who choose you. Someone doesn’t like you? So what? You just identified one less problem you have to deal with in your life. Too many people waste time trying to make others like them. If they can’t see how great you are, assuming you’re putting forth effort, then drop them. However, never stop trying. if you don’t consistently put yourself out there and continue to meet new people you will miss out on many of life’s greatest experiences. You never know who the next person you’re going to meet is. It could be someone who can get you that job you need. It may be someone who will sweep you off your feet into the most passionate and romance-filled relationship you’ve always longed for. It might end up being your future best friend. Life is a fantastic adventure where things can change at a moment’s notice. The possibilities are endless. However, the possibility will always be zero if you’re too afraid to say “hello.”

All my love, 

Your Coach – Dr. Jamil

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