I had a wonderful conversation with an elderly man while waiting in a doctor's office. We talked about the town where he lives and where I lived and worked for a short time, his family, his job, the coming storm, and other things. As a fellow introvert with a scattered mind, I find extended conversations with those I am close to difficult. These micro-connections help keep me grounded in the world.
This is beautiful, @Lawri! And just imagine how comforting and validating it was for the elderly gentleman to be seen and heard. What a gift for both of you!
I had a wonderful conversation with an elderly man while waiting in a doctor's office. We talked about the town where he lives and where I lived and worked for a short time, his family, his job, the coming storm, and other things. As a fellow introvert with a scattered mind, I find extended conversations with those I am close to difficult. These micro-connections help keep me grounded in the world.
This is beautiful, @Lawri! And just imagine how comforting and validating it was for the elderly gentleman to be seen and heard. What a gift for both of you!
Love the possibility of listening to this substack article! A lot of food for though and large small to maintain connection: persisting and resisting!