without the intention or expectation of exchanging contacts after as well. have a deep and meaningful conversation with someone and never seen them again.
maybe fate will bring you both together again someday?
witnessing long distance lovers share a kiss at the table beside you
old college roommates running into each other on the side of the road
the town local catching up with the barista who just took your order
every 'stranger' to you is a lover, a friend, an acquaintance, and an enemy to another 'stranger' to you there is beauty to it all
“self-worth becomes a hostage to professional accolades and achievement” … “Focusing on someone outside their career encourages a culture where people feel valued for who they are, not just what they do” what are your thoughts? i agree to a certain extent. it depends on the delivery of the question as well. most of the time you can tell if someone is genuinely interested in who you are as a person. asking about somebody’s job can provide a lot of insight into a person’s interests and general character - i think it’s fine for your job to be an aspect of your identity. i could also tangent into why capitalism may have an influence on why this question is asked so frequently.. i do find myself struggling with gauging the intentions behind this question sometimes; which often makes me less emotionally open and usually filters a potential friendship into a professional/transactional relationship immediately.
been doing this more in my everyday life. respectfully ofc. some things i’ve received/am receiving recently from simply asking for it đź¤: - free cocktail!
- free ride (i don’t drive)
- awesome music reccs
- pretty styling pieces for a potential future shoot :)
- the beginnings of a fun and crafty project
- beautiful bloomers
- new friends to hang with grateful for the people who are so giving. makes me want to pay the deed forward. and i do.
letting go of the past. letting go of unrealistic expectations. letting go of your ego. letting go of the wounds you still hold. release and create space in your heart and mind and soul to allow healing and love into ur lifeeee :)