It's amazing what can happen when you open yourself up to strangers! I can think of so many situations in my life where connecting with a stranger led to great things.

Even if you lose touch with some of the people you meet, they will always be a part of you and your experience.

As an introvert, it has been challenging for me to reach out to people on my own, but I've never regretted pushing myself to do it.

As you note, friends you cherish now were strangers at one point. If you hadn't reached out and connected with them, they wouldn't be in your life right now!

Thank you for sharing, Fatimah. Great piece!