Quotes About Connection

Knowing that somewhere in the world there is someone who cares what you wore, an insignificant detail of your life that would seem unimportant to anyone else, makes you feel more connected to that person and less alone in the world.

Communication is a system. Everything that is said is simultaneously an instigation and a reaction, a reaction and an instigation. Most of us tend to focus on the first part of that process while ignoring or downplaying the second. We see ourselves as reacting to what others say and do, without realizing that their actions or words are in part reactions to ours, and that our reactions to them won't be the end of the process but rather will trigger more reactions, in a continuous stream.

The main difference between these alternatives is symmetry. Dependence is an asymmetrical involvement: One person needs the other, but not vice versa, so the needy person is one-down. Interdependence is symmetrical: Both parties rely on each other, so neither is one-up or one-down. Moreover

For girls, talk is the glue that holds relationships together. Boys' relationships are held together primarily by activities: doing things together, or talking about activities such as sports or, later, politics.

When we think we are using language, language is using us.

Stung, I lifted my eyes to his and saw them as if for the first time. Eyes the color of rain, soft as dew and strong enough to etch a mountainside. Tears shimmered there — tears, ay Mother! Or maybe they were in my own eyes.

This is how it works. Everything is connected. Every choice matters. Every person is vital, and valuable, and worthy of respect.

Sometimes you just need a book near you and you can't explain why.

A real friend sees past the trouble and into your heart

Going to church will not get you the black man you seek and it never will. Page 98

become better conversationalists when we employ two primary objectives. Number one: Take the risk. It is up to us to take the risk of starting a conversation with a stranger. We cannot hope that others will approach us; instead, even if we are shy, it is up to us to make the first move. We all fear rejection at some level. Just remind yourself that there are more dire consequences in life than a rejection

Don't plan a movie/theater date for the first few dates. Interaction is key to getting to know each other.

People like to feel good about themselves. Dating is the perfect opportunity to do that for someone else. Make them feel like they're attractive and interesting. Focus on your date rather than worrying about what he or she is thinking of you.

Don't be afraid of looking dumb or saying the wrong thing. Laughing at yourself is the best way to develop a sense of humor (if you don't already have one) and, at the same time, make people feel less threatened by you.

Small talk is the verbal equivalent of that first domino: It starts a chain reaction with all kinds of implications for your life.

Fifty Ways to Fuel a Conversation 1.Be the first to say hello. 2.Introduce yourself to others. 3.Take risks and anticipate success. 4.Remember your sense of humor. 5.Practice different ways of starting a conversation.

POSITIVE MESSAGES TO THE SPEAKER •Lean forward •Maintain eye contact •Open up your arms and body •Relax your body posture •Face your partner •Nod and smile

Cine sus?ine c? nu exist? dragoste, n-a fost niciodat? îndr?gostit

O strânse cu atâta drag de parc? ar fi îmbr??i?at toate culorile lumii

One never really knew what went on inside the hearts of other people, even those hearts you thought you knew as well as your own.

good," I said, "but why can't a great-looking, successful guy open up to me, too?

Honesty is probably the sexiest thing a man can give to a woman.

I come from the New York theatre world, and I have a lot of gay male friends, so this friendship of Will and Grace's isn't such a stretch.

That was one thing you could count on in small southern towns: everyone knew where the Walmart was located.