When I go out shopping, which is several times a week, or on the subway, I make it a point to connect with the cashiers, sometimes people on the street or sitting next to me. I make a quick comment about what we're both experiencing or something they are doing or wearing, give them a compliment and I try to make them chuckle or laugh or just feel good. If I can bring a laugh to someone, to brighten their day, I feel better because I have connected in a brief but meaningful way. It's a win-win.
I have regular "meet ups." Sunday morning calls Lilith my daughter and an online game if Upward. Tuesday morning breakfast at Starbucks with a longtime friend. Planet Fitness and casual greetings with others three times a week. Many more Zoom meeting and lunches. I'm a people person and every time I acknowledge someone my spirit us nourished. Oh, and by the way, I am 79 years old and "retired," whatever that means.
I meet people every morning while I walk my dog. My small dog is usually less than friendly with other dogs on a leash but when people come over to pet him he is the sweetest comfort to others.
I also meet with friends for coffee every Wednesday. When I go shopping I make small talk with cashiers, fellow shoppers. These are all satisfying but not enough. I am working on myself to figure out what works for me.
When I go out shopping, which is several times a week, or on the subway, I make it a point to connect with the cashiers, sometimes people on the street or sitting next to me. I make a quick comment about what we're both experiencing or something they are doing or wearing, give them a compliment and I try to make them chuckle or laugh or just feel good. If I can bring a laugh to someone, to brighten their day, I feel better because I have connected in a brief but meaningful way. It's a win-win.
I have regular "meet ups." Sunday morning calls Lilith my daughter and an online game if Upward. Tuesday morning breakfast at Starbucks with a longtime friend. Planet Fitness and casual greetings with others three times a week. Many more Zoom meeting and lunches. I'm a people person and every time I acknowledge someone my spirit us nourished. Oh, and by the way, I am 79 years old and "retired," whatever that means.
I meet people every morning while I walk my dog. My small dog is usually less than friendly with other dogs on a leash but when people come over to pet him he is the sweetest comfort to others.
I also meet with friends for coffee every Wednesday. When I go shopping I make small talk with cashiers, fellow shoppers. These are all satisfying but not enough. I am working on myself to figure out what works for me.
That contact however brief is the remedy.