Talk to Strangers

Dearest Stranger,

Growing up I was told to never talk to you. Whether it was from the media, teachers, or my family. But you know what? I'm a rebel and I'm totally breaking the age-old rule of "Never talk to strangers." Why? Because, if you never meet anyone new, you'll be alone forever. Every friend was once a stranger.

Who knows, maybe the next stranger you meet will be the one who makes your dreams come true. Strangers can give you the answer you've been looking for; spark an idea and share aspirations.

If we forsake all strangers, then what do we live for? I'm tired of ignoring strangers. We pass eachother daily - sharing only an ocassional smile or a brief instant of eye contact. Why? Technology is changing; online, people talk to strangers daily but balk at the idea of meeting someone new in the real world.

We live in impersonal times; everything must be done quickly, socialization occuring only between old friends. It's time to change that though. My Stranger, I challenge you to go out and meet someone new. Help someone in need, and take a chance.

It may seem like a terrifying idea - risky, stupid... and well, it should! Live a little- take a chance. You never know who you might meet.

You've already taken the first step of many- as have I- by writing a letter. Will you continue to take these steps? Or will you remain as you are... not knowing which wonderful people could be living down the street from you?

The world is in your hands. The people you pass daily may well be the ones who can make the change you want to see.

Promise- not to me, but yourself- that you won't live a life of monotony, but that you'll take chances and have adventures; with friends, family, and those who you simply haven't had a chance to become friends with yet.

With Love,

your Stranger.