Every day, I try to meet a new person. My intro to ethics class has about fifty students. Every class, I sit by someone new, try to introduce myself to them and spark a conversation. You will be fascinated on what some people have to say. I remember once I met a student from England, who traveled around the entire world before coming to the university. He never lived in the same country for more than three years. I can't believe some of the things people tell me sometimes. In life, we need to become more familiar with different kinds of people so we know how to live a successful life from different perspectives.
Next time you order out, don't order the same thing you usually do....
I remember a few years ago, I was at dinner with some financial analyst at Citadel for an interview for an internship and he insisted I have the grilled steak with grilled onions. Now, I didn't tell him this but I just didn't like to eat onions from past experiences. So I came to the conclusion before that day that, onions weren't what I would want at my last supper. When I got my meal, I could see his middle-aged eyes staring at me to try the onions, as if his life depended on it. I took a spoonful of the grilled onions and I loved it. From that day on, I am delighted whenever I can get my hands on some grilled onions.
Another thing I recommend is try to take a new path to your desired destination every once in awhile. Leave a few minutes earlier and see where it takes you. It's amazing the things you will see down different streets. It also allows you to become more familiar with certain areas. So if your friend ever gets lost at 2 A.M. and asks you for directions, you can help them out.
These are just some suggestions by me. But the great thing about life is figuring it out on your own. Go out there and conquer life. Even if it means stepping out of your comfort zone sometime. Be creative and show the world, you are ready to face it head on.
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