Yesterday I was at a restaurant with my friends. This Asian guy came in and sat near us. I noticed him speaking Korean on the phone. I consume a lot of Korean content, so this got me really excited. On a whim, I decided to go up to him and chat. I introduced myself, and he invited me to sit with him if I wanted to, even though he was a bit awkward, lol. He ordered some stuff for me. I found out he’s here in Switzerland for work, and we had a good talk. I ended up hanging out with him around the city. We exchanged contact info and are seeing each other again today after he gets off work. It was my first time doing something like this, and I honestly didn’t know meeting people could be so spontaneous and organic.
Yes. And I hate that it’s so hard to do now. My generation will always have a phone and earbuds in, and then complain that it’s hard to meet people.
I’ve gotten in an elevator with people my age and received awkward looks and silence when I make even a small comment.
Totally agree, but don’t let that stop you, keep at it! Maybe those just weren’t your people.
If I’m on an elevator thats moving more than 2+ floors usually thats enough time for the weather conversation or quick small talk.