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Easier Talking to Strangers

Why is it sometimes easier to talk to a stranger? I’ve been reading “Once Upon a Stranger” by Dr Gillian Sandstrom and she mentions the idea of psychological distance and it offers an interesting perspective. Sometimes, we find it easier to share our thoughts with someone we don’t know or don’t know well. Numerous articles have also been written about the fact that strangers, or people who aren’t close to us, don’t know our history and are thereby able to provide us with a clean slate.

The Fine Line

For those of us who like to plan, organize, and stay ahead of things, it can be frustrating to watch others work right up to the deadline. I remember golfing with a group where one friend was always late. We would arrive at the agreed time and she’d just be starting breakfast. Eventually, we adjusted. Not out of frustration, but because we needed to keep moving.