I had a really long conversation with a woman in the parking lot during covid after wards she thanked me so much for listening to her. She was so lonely and it meant the world to her. I have talked to other strangers at length. It is always a great time. Actually during the height of the pandemic the thing I missed the most was those little interactions with strangers. Or as fight club calls it single serving friends. 😊 Those little interactions and polite exchanges mean so much.

@larashepherd607

2 ай бұрын

Hi Mel. I love this episode. Unfortunately in South Africa things and strangers are dangerous. It's filled with crime. So it's hard to bond with strangers. What do I do?

@karimbegum69

2 ай бұрын

I am from Tanzania. I understand what you mean. I moved to Canada many years ago and it is a night and day difference.

@mfarrell2992

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for listening. People like to share & I like to listen---they're fun moments!😊

@bettybradley2036

Ай бұрын

I'm the same way! ❤ My family doesn't understand why I love talking to strangers. But you never know what they're going through. And we all need to be acknowledged. I don't know how many times I've heard. Someone was contemplating ending their lives. But because someone said hi or whatever. They changed their mind. You never know the impact you have on others. Or that it might lead to a possible friend.

I am on a train watching this video and it prompted me to start talking to the woman sitting in front of me, I could not just sit there silent listening to this video without doing the work. We talked and she got of the train with both of us saying we're gonna have a nice day. she thanked me for talking to her.

@clausita

2 ай бұрын

Cool

I met my husband on the train going to work this way. He started talking to me we became friends, that was 23 years ago! We’re married now. Love your podcasts!

Love this. I'm 54 and I talk to strangers all the time and I love it. Even if I don't have conversations, I try to smile at people as I'm passing them by and they usually smile back. I've had people approach me and tell me that I have such a beautiful, genuine smile and it made their day. It was such a heartwarming feeling that I made their day with just a smile. ❤

@BrigitteLeroux-eq5wf

2 ай бұрын

I’m happy for you😊

@howareyou857

2 ай бұрын

I do the same. I don't get comments about my smile though 😂 perhaps you have better teeth! ( British person here! ) 😊

@dawnshilling603

2 ай бұрын

@@howareyou857😂

That has happened to me twice, flying! One was a older woman Margie who lost her husband and never had kids! She was heading to Florida and I to Portland Oregon! We developed a beautiful friendship that lasted over 15 years. We never saw each other again, but we sent cards and letters! She would sent me special gifts, just because! She became like a 2nd mom! I loved sending her Swiss Colony when the holidays came around! I was so sad to hear that she passed! She was a beautiful artist! I am so glad that we exchanged pictures through the mail! I really miss her! I never got to say goodbye! The other young girl Catlin was just starting law school in Los Angeles! She is now a attorney, married and just had a baby girl! We communicate on Facebook!😊❤

Βingo! Yes! I travelled alone to Italy this Easter, I met two ladies at flight, I approached them, said Hello and guess what?? We ended up being together during all this trip, we shared everything, breakfast, dinners, walks, photos, sight seeings, tasted variety of all dishes and ended with a nice friendship! You are awsome Mel!

Mel, I love you from Kenya. You are a rare soul for the world.

@xtine8923

2 ай бұрын

Hello my fellow Kenyan ❤

@lucynyagah836

2 ай бұрын

Hello fellow Kenyans... It's amazing we all love this channel.

I work for Sara lee, putting the bread on the shelves at the stores around town and at Walmart. I acknowledge and speak to almost everyone, and give a sincere compliment, when I feel the spirit move me. My coworker said to me oh wow, you'll talk to anyone and everyone! She said it like a put down or I took it that way, from her tone. The reason I love my job is that I get to interact with so many people everyday. I try and make people smile, or even laugh sometimes, soothe a mother whose kids are out of control, and let the clerks working there know that I feel their pain! It's the best.

@vanessacarns750

2 ай бұрын

Hello I love talking to the bread man at my grocery store! Thank you for working so hard and also being so friendly ❤

@stacyjaye6350

2 ай бұрын

@@vanessacarns750 thank you for thanking me, it warmed my heart. 😆

@joanneflaming4604

Ай бұрын

I swear, I will think of what you wrote, every time I see Sarah Lee products on the grocery store shelves from here on, while shopping. You just raised the bar by your kindness & generosity towards people, which completely upgrades that brand in my books. If Sarah Lee were smart, they would promote you to operate their “Kindness Department”….. a skill that is usually overlooked & often taken for granted. They & the people you meet daily are truly gifted by your presence. The world needs more heartfelt ❤people like you, to heal the often deeply hurting Planet. You are clearly like a walking prayer. 🙏 Keep up the often subtle, yet always appreciative gestures towards others. It lights up this world. Amen! 🙏

@stacyjaye6350

Ай бұрын

@@joanneflaming4604 oh thank you so much for your kind words Joanne! They made me tear up a little, and I did feel the spirit. You sound like an auspicious individual. And I appreciate you.Peace and love from Tulsa. ☮️💖✝️

Hi Mel!!! This is Adriana from Austria🤗I do listen your podcasts since 1 year and to be honest this one really was an absolute blast! I did cry with you and at the end of it I feel extremely energized and optimistic! I was born in a country where to initiate a conversation as a woman was considered dangerous and something to avoid. But after I graduated I started traveling the world, working in a lot of countries and finally getting settled in Austria. I am still amazed, been part of the international community, how happy I am meeting new people and connect with them! I guess as I am in my fifties I will have a happier life and this podcast confirms it. Thank you for existing and for your podcasts. Love you, Adriana

I'm not crying, you're crying😢❤❤❤ Loved this Mel, thank you!! Humanity needs this message today❤❤

Well, I have 3 yrs to find friends. I have ZERO friends. I have been put off by being used in SO SO SO SO SO many so called friendships that I have friendship PTSD ( well I have actual PTSD). Prior service always in pain in one way or another mentally and physically. I would love to have friends. I will start to use the 5 second rule and see how it goes this week. I just have to say thank you Mel. Listening to you, the way you speak to us, is like the little voices in my head being said out loud. THANK YOU.

@tp2331

2 ай бұрын

Was great to hear someone else say this. I have had similar experiences with “friends” but especially after hearing this and being reminded that there are some amazing and genuine people out there! Thank you for sharing!

By the time I watched this, it's 7:19 am... I had walked about 6,000 steps out and about and waved and said hi, about 25 do times. I always do this and have a blast. Good job, Sawyer. 24:29

Mel…. I’ve been doing this for years! Love bringing a little sunshine into people’s lives! Thanks for the research to prove this❤️

This is me, I love to meet strangers everyday, they are people who can become a friend or not but why not have that chat, they are like you and you like them. People are beautiful and you can miss out on a great connection. I am that person that will talk to everyone including strangers, I get people in my family or friends says "you always talk to strangers, why" I tell them yes cause this unexpected connection can change your world or theirs. You may absolutely love this connection and think back after you gain this friendship, you will tell yourself thank god I did connect with this person. Thx Mel for this, we need more people to do this. Lucy from Toronto, Canada 🇨🇦 I love hearing you every morning as I start my day, thank you for all your inspiring messages!!!! Love you !!!!

@theheartoffashion

2 ай бұрын

Lucy! Lucy! I’m that person too! I talk to almost everyone and smile and say hello as many times as I can in a day…and I’m also from Toronto too! 🇨🇦

I'm in my 30s, and I find making new connections or friends exhausting.. I needed this Mel, thanks for your encouragement

@keepcreationprocess

2 ай бұрын

You can building friendship with me...

@DarkAbyss199

2 ай бұрын

Agreed.

Another great podcast! We just traveled for 6 weeks around the world and I made a point of chatting with strangers. EVERYONE from the airport staff, restaurant staff, hotel staff, people on the street or bus. My travel companions thought I was crazy - but honestly I had the best time ever! It's true about being energized - I talk to strangers everywhere and I feel better-keeps the positive energy! Many thanks Mel - you're awesome friend....

Widening my view of life every time after watching these videos.

Okay. This is serendipitous for me. Last week I was watching an eggplant recipe video on KZread with English subtitles. What captured me more than the recipe itself was the music and lyrics in the background. I found the music on another KZread channel and commented to the person who uploaded the music how I got there! She was amused, and we have been having beautiful and meaningful chats all week since. A meeting of the souls sort of. Thank you for always sharing with all of us, Mel. You open us up to possibilities and today’s video, happiness through new connections. 😊

This episode truly makes me remember all my friends that I have met in an usual way that they have now become my best friends. This is truly one of your best episodes yet

This chat brought back so many beautiful encounters. Really lovely episode Mel! Never underestimate the power of a smile and a simple hello.

After listening to that episode, I went for a very short walk with my baby and my dogs. I usually avert my eyes when a stranger walks towards me, but today, I did the opposite. I smiled and said hi, and even took the time to chat with children who asked about my dogs. It was the best walk I had in a while! I made my way back home with a smile on my face, and the smile of all the strangers I met in my mind. Thank you, Mel, for changing my life for the better, one episode at a time xx

Hello Mel, when I was younger, I travelled alone and when you’ré alone abroad you make a lot of friends, it gets harder when you’re older because people have their life and don’t want to be friends with you, they have their own family and friends and job they don’t want to be bothered. They’ré scared maybe it’s sad. Love you Mel

@kristinvc349

2 ай бұрын

I used to travel solo and I agree - it was really easy to eat people traveling. Last summer I took my first solo trip in 20 years and nothing has changed - even at age 55 it was still a great way to meet people.

This is great! Thank you for sharing this topic and reminding me to always show an act of kindness. I work as a Nurse and I’m not sure when I started complementing patients. The patients always appreciate my complements. I once had a patient ask me what if you can’t find something to complement a person. I told the patient I will find at least one thing to complement a patient. It could be their nails, hair, glasses, shoes, eyes, smile, or something. Just find at least one thing to complement. Have a great day Mel! 😊

Love this. You made me laugh with, 'I compliment people's nails,' because I find myself frequently complimenting a stranger's beard (if they are a man, obviously). Maybe it's because I never succeeded in growing a gorgeous beard; mine always looked more appropriate on a goat.

@Paaaf000

2 ай бұрын

If they’re a man obviously! I just died laughing!🤣🤣

Oh my goodness i cried when you spoke about the 92 year old man. I have been suffering the loss of connections after the loss of my job and its been a very hard road. I needed this podcast to get me back on track. I appreciate so much this message. It encouraged me in ways i cant express.

Omg… I needed to hear this but how do we meet people or make friends at the age of 48. I travel and dine solo because I’m tired of pouring into people who deplete and don’t add into me. It would be so nice to meet beautiful ladies or gentleman friends who are unselfish, authentic and genuine.

Loved this episode and the reminders about making opportunities to form friendships. However, my experience has been a bit different. I usually love starting the convo & meet others, but it doesn’t always go smoothly. It's easy to compliment people, and they usually appreciate it, but not everyone stops to chat. I've also met great people whom I connect with (at least that is how I feel ;) ) but they tell you they don't have room for new friends. They suggest to create your own pod, which is good, but most people already have their own circles, and often not willing to expand their circles. Socioeconomics can make this even tougher, especially these days. and neighbors these days seem to stay behind closed doors, and I tried :-) Maybe it is me, but I still hold hope that I will meet new friends, as the older I get, the more they dissapear. I truly believe that it's important to stay positive and keep trying, but it’s also okay to acknowledge that building new friendships isn’t always as easy as saying hi.

Wow! This makes me so happy! Im like you Mel,in that I love talking to the barista etc. Lately I’ve even thought maybe I should stop because I don’t want to be annoying or weird. You’ve inspired me to keep it up! Love you Mel❤️

31:13-32:42 😭💝 wow! That Grandfather was so wise and so full of true love….. 🥰 What a perfect Christmas present. Thanks to Joe, for sharing.

Enjoyed the episode. It reminds us how important it is to build and nurture relationships.

I was just annoyed with this podcast at 1st. I just don’t think I need people…but that last story had me crying. It might be time to check in. 54321

Love this episode! You are my favorite way to start the day. 😊 I get up immediately when I wake up (around 6am) I drink water, no caffeine and I resist the urge to check my phone until the 7am alarm goes off. Love the extra morning energy. You’ve taught me so much. Keep up the great work!! ❤❤❤

This is great! I always feel like I attract the wrong people. Because of that, it makes me wary of people. I need to be more open.

I really needed to hear this ! Was bullied for 6 years at school when i was a kid and that made me learn how to live without "craving" those connections but i somehow turned into a funny and lovable person , truth is things changed as i grew up being the one who pushed people away and the more i push people away the more people get interested and want to stay in touch .... but truth is deep inside i want to have normal interactions with people and be consistent ! I have some good friends but if i see one of them today , for sure i wont see them again before 3 or 4 months or even more ! Thank you Mel for this ❤

It happened to me traveling by train after a long day. I sat opposite to a woman who’s face I studied secretly. She didn’t look at me. After a while she made a phonecall, ,a very polite one,to a man, asking him, if he could pick her up at the train station. I am German, she talked to him in French, a language I loved since my childhood, sounded like music to me , this special day and then. I hadn’t spoken French or listened to for 20 years, and I got the tone, the meaning, the mood. I understood he would pick her up. She looked at me and said, I like your glasses. You look great .It seemed to me she was a totally different person before. This made my day great.

I went for my walk today and put in my airpods and hit the play button and this podcast came on. No rhyme or reason why THIS podcast got cued up. I actually tried to look at my phone to figure out why my usual podcast didn’t resume play. Fascinating since I am working on a talk about the power of connections. Thank you Mel. This really has been eye opening for a “random” podcast. 😊

6 yrs ago I was in a bar down the shore dancing and singing to a live band. Not really enjoying the person I was with, I noticed a group of 3 ladies two tables over. Next thing you know I became part of their little party. We have been best friends since! We are like long lost soul sisters. We live 3 hrs apart but try to meet 3-4 times a year at our favorite shore location. We have shared soooo many tears of happiness and joy in our lives over the past 6 yrs!!! ❤❤❤

Hi Mel, I love you so much ❤you're Amazing 🌹God bless you 🙏

YES. It's energizing talking to good vibes strangers .

Such a beautiful and heartwarming video Mel!! Smiles and tears abound over my coffee this morning. You see, I am that person who smiles, says hi and compliments people I don’t know that cross my path. In reflecting on my life in my late fifties, wondering what my purpose in life has been, it had occurred to me that maybe this is my super power. Thank you for some validation that it just may be…. Lots of love to you, Patti❤

Omg! Yes! I love hearing these stories. Makes me realise that I’m not as weird as I thought! I talk to strangers all the time! Most people are great, others look at me like I’m weird… sadly. My recent experience was probably one of the best. Let me share this…. I was a city girl all my life have gone to the same trendy city hairdresser in the city since 2008. Having found the love of my life and moved to the countryside, I found myself still travelling to this hairdresser- a 4 hour round trip now! Well while I was having my hair done I heard this lady next to me talking about something random on instagram… I churned in a comment and we kept talking and laughing, as though we had known each other for years. Turns out she used to like in this city too but had since moved 2 states away but continues to fly up every couple on moths to get her hair done. Well now we both make sure we book our hair appointments on the same date and enjoy catching up and chatting while getting our hair done! Go figure. How good is life! People really are amazing. I always feel so good after a visit to my hairdresser and it has nothing to do with how good my hair looks!!!

@Morebusinesswithvideo

2 ай бұрын

P.S please excuse the spelling errors… I’m texting from my phone! 😅

So many experiences when I talk to people I don’t know! Last Sunday at the San Diego marathon I was in line to use the restroom and the girl behind me actually competed in swimming during high school with my oldest son and got to him at the end of the race🥰🥰 Yesterday at work I saw Dave Asprey and normally I would not Approach famous people but I had to tell him what a huge fan I am. He took a selfie with his phone and send it to me 🥰🥰. Those acts of kindness mean so much to regular people like me!!

What a beautiful conversation. Thank you so much Mel.

I LOVE talking with strangers! I make it a daily goal to chat with at least 3 new people. An extra fun way to meet people is to offer to take their photo in the place where I have met them. My Dad taught me that tip. How fun it is to offer to take pictures for families or people who I come across in my travels or day to day

I've just watched part of the Molly Parkin(Welsh painter/artist) interview, BBC1 catch-up, 1996 She reflects on her life in such a refreshing way. Well worth a look

Recently, on a flight I started chatting with a woman sitting beside me. It turned out we knew the ppl fr.a church along with her parents taking in refugees over 40yrs ago,we used to lived in the same neighborhood...we parted way after without exchanging contact...How crazy that was. I coincidently,have started talking to strangers more than I used to, find it's interesting. I'll follow Mel's advice and do it more from now on.

This is Great!! I loved hearing this episode, yesterday. My dad taught my sister & I to talk in the elevator and to strangers. 😉With the world a bit smaller with so much in common with so many people! Amazing connections! Seriously, I have tho not sure how to attach a pic of what I’ve carried with me everyday since I found it at the age of 12, I am this week turning 60. 😌I found a cracker jacks toy wrapper that had a motto/proverb “A Stranger is a friend you haven’t met” I am a testament to loving people! Hugs to you Mel! Thank you!

Go Sawyer! Unexpected connections 👍 agree totally, such connections energises one. For example, I ‘chanced’ upon your show, Mel, on social. Just what I needed to hear. Still listening, would think the same approach applies with connections online

Mel you look amazing 😍 you skin is glowing ✨ 🤍 great episode!!

Thanks for sharing these great stories, Mel. ❤ 48:41

This is the best!!! Thank you, Mel ❤

OMG...you so destined for me in your post cast...I grew up with a father who, spoke to everyone and later lived with an aunt that did the same thing. I'm a product of these two people. I have had the same of smiling, talking, and short conversations, with so many people; that have opened so many doors of friendship that enriched my life. Learning about people that have been amazing people. I can remember so many awesome events. I plan to even step up my game. Love you.

Wow, wonderful Amica story...Al's poem... yes, it is powerful. ❤ 29:56

Hi Mel! Loved this episode. Guess what, there’s this guy at work I always see him tidying up the coffee station and always thought he was not the friendliest person. Most I would say is hi (if I did). Today I went a step further and asked how he was, and managed to have a conversation. It felt good!

Thank you Mel! Really loved this episode, ive turned into a bit of a hermit recently and tend to avoid going out, not needing outside interactions. Next time i venture out, i am going to purposefully seek out an interaction.

I so look forward to you and your content... Thank thank thank you !!!

amazing! thank you so much Mel

Such an important lesson Mel thank you!!!!

Hi Mel, I’ve been listening and watching you for past 8 months…found you on insta initially. I look forward to every Monday and Thursday for each new episode. I’m a dentist in the UK ( raised in Kansas born in Middle East ) . You’re my car buddy. Today after that listened … thought I’d put it to the test! As I said as driving along , got phone call from my GP office for review of my prescription. Almost dismissed the call as annoying! Turns out .. doctor at the other end is originally from same country as me and we had so much in common! We spoke to over 40 minutes! I actually ended up telling her that I’m listening to your podcast on random connections. And she said … I’ll add on to that in saying that she chose my file randomly out of 2000 patients to call today ! We’ve made plans to meet up! Day got better after that! Sending lots of love your way Mel. Abi xxx

This is exactly what I needed!! Just yesterday I noticed something about myself...I wait for the cashier to talk to me first. Why? Who cares...it ends today!! I notice when they don't talk to me, so obviously I want them to. I can go first! Thanks, Mel, for saying it outloud for me.

I’m always chatting with strangers and I hope I have made the smile as much as they make me smile.😊❤

Thanks for sharing this Mel x

I talk to everyone 😂 always have!!! It’s fun. Not everyone loves this about me, but, oh well! I’ve made a ton of great friends this way and what’s better is I’ve helped a lot of people, who needed that human connection ❤

That's true. I just came from a walk and had a nice exchange with a fellow walker. I keep things light and friendly. finding those joyful moments is what life is all about

OMG I'm speechless... Can't thank you enough Mel 🙏🙏🙏 for sharing this with all of us... May God bless you with lots of love and positive vibes and with lots of new connections ❤❤❤ Stay blessed 🙏🙌

Mel you're awesome ❤️ love your work but I love more your soul! Thank you for exist! 🌷💚

I love this Mel! ❤❤

Thank you Mel❤️ I love you too from Tokyo ✌️❤️

I compliment strangers on their outfits or glass frames if they are bold and funky. I tend to make friends everywhere I go. It used to bother me that strangers would walk up to me and start talking or venting about something (usually their husbands haha). But now I see it as my superpower! I am training as a life coach to use this gift to help others when these connections happen. Not looking to charge for this. Just building on this skill for myself to pass it on.

Mel. I think this is my favorite of your conversations yet. Thankyou 😊

Idont you just love open people , good to hear. X

I always talk to the customer support person. I ask where they are located,what time is it there, etc.

This is great Mel! I have been living in a daydream and feel sad and not thinking about what amazing things and people are in my future!

Honestly I loved this. Thank you Will create more connections

Ty you, Mel!

Thank you so much for your videos! ❤

I needed this❣

@Paaaf000

2 ай бұрын

Me too! Covid has turned me into a hermit. I need to get out there again!

Learn a lot from this video ❤😮

Wow, what a beautiful video and message

I have to do this tomorrow

How could you not love this is right Mel!!! Love your videos and topics.

Mel great topic! Also, your skin looks amazing what are you doing?! Thanks for another uplifting hour I really needed today. ❤️

Love this content! Sooo true! Reminds me of Landmark participants… love that you are a graduate! I’m going to be open & start conversations in public again! Thanks for all you do!

I talk to strangers all the time. I am great at making connections. My follow through game is crap though. But over the past couple years I have gotten some closer deeper friendships. It has been great. They are some of the most amazing humans I have known. 😊

@howareyou857

2 ай бұрын

I have ADHD so I understand the energy needed for follow through.. however I very often like to start convos and make kind overtures.

@findingaway5512

2 ай бұрын

@@howareyou857 I also have ADHD. The kindness and the conversation flows easily for me also. I am up front with my friends about please reach out and keep inviting me places or over. I always want to but i have life that gets in the way and I am bad at time passing and committing to solid plans since my life tends to be chaos. I am way better at spur of the moment hang out right now things.

@findingaway5512

2 ай бұрын

I also am upfront about being terrible with names. 🤦‍♀️ The poor working memory thing sucks. I often can remember specific details about people's lives but the name doesn't always stick the first few interactions... Or if it has been a while.

@howareyou857

2 ай бұрын

@@findingaway5512 you may have ADHD I'm exactly the same! Remember minute details but never the persons name!

Thankyou so much Aunt , with such an inspiring plot once again , that hooked me up till the end . I am loving everything but I feel like it could have been better when I was in better mood .Now that I will watch it once more the very next day . Thankyou for sharing this jewel of love and life changing recipe . I am in Awe of you . Love you ❤️ Can't wait to read your other stories too that you have shared . Yeah simple communication with someone can change your life for better.

OH MY GOD THAT POEM...can you publish that somewhere? A tissue?!?! Woman, I need the whole damn Kleenex factory. Thank you Cheryl from Amica, Al and Al's grandson, and you, Mel, this one really hits home.

It all began on a bus tour in Italy 2007. Australian family, my husband, myself and my Mum waiting at the bar in our hotel for a pre dinner drink before our get to know you dinner. SItting at a table next to us was an American family, 3 adult children and their Mom waiting for the bar to open too. We struck up a conversation, had a wonderful trip and became lifelong friends. Karen (Amercian - Chicago) and myself Victoria (Perth, Western Australia) have visited each other's countries several times, along with our husbands) touring Australia and the US/Canada, attended each other's children's weddings in Australia and the US, celebrated grandchildren and our amazing Mother's living until their 90's. Her brother and my husband have the same names 'Robert James', her sister and my husband's sister same names of Susan, her husband and my father-in-law same names of Peter and our confirmation names are both 'Bernadette', go figure 😂 Soul Sisters, catching up with them this year in Seattle before our Alaskan cruise. All this from just one hello - BLESSED ❤❤❤

love you Mel.. ❤❤❤

I worked retail for 49 years. I tried to make connections with people a lot. Whether it was.... That color looks really good on you. That hair style looks really nice on you. Thats a cute top. Things to bring smile. My great niece ( who I have raised since she was 4 and that makes her mine) used to try to stop me from talking to people. I think she was a little embarrassed and maybe didnt want to share me. lol She is 19 now and last year she started working at a coffee place where they take turns being outside taking orders. So when they are outside or inside they have to make small talk. A few months ago were getting food at Sams Club. We were waiting with others to get our orders and an older gentleman started making small talk with us. Before I could say anything my niece started talking to him. Who is this girl?! I smiled to myself and as we were walking out she said Why did I talked to him. My little flower is blossoming and opening up. This was a great podcast. Thank you.

Excellent message! Thank you, Mel.

Great storyteller...felt Great on how you make the world connected...Good one...Mel...

I'm 41 and I find easier to make friends now. My son is 7 and homeschooled so I'm always looking for friends for him and in turn I've developed so many amazing Mom friends.

Hi Mel, Thank you for this video. It was truly inspiring and I hope to find the courage to talk to the stranger who keeps smiling at me in my building 😊

You made my day.

Love to watch your podcast and discussion❤

So nice! (license plate in DC Traffic, lol!!)

Thank you!!❤

Thank you! ❤

Wow! Post COV this can happen.....🤔 In my opinion. It depends on where you are. Ppl nowadays are super weird!!😮 I will lean it .live the Exit story❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Oh I quite often make short convos with strangers...might be a quip or an observation. If i get a response, and thats almost always the case, then i feel its a connection made.