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SPONTANEOUS SUCCESS
Chapter 6
Talk to a Stranger Today
Life doesn’t happen without talking to strangers.
Talking to strangers isn‘t just the right thing to do; it‘
s a
matter of survival and a force of nature as old as
humanity itself.
Whatever you want in this life—tickets to the World
Cup, the perfect partner, or your dream job—chances are
you
‘ll need a stranger‘s help to get it. While strangers
hold the keys to much of the joy, knowledge, and hope
we experience from day to day, they also hold the keys to
something even more exciting: serendipity.
Everyday interactions, like making small talk with the
person at the grocery store, ”How can I tell if this
pineapple is ripe?” At the gym, "Do you prefer cardio or
strength training?” In a dog park: "Do you know any
good pet-friendly cafes nearby?” Or at a party: "How do
you know the host?” can lead to unexpected friendships
and lucky breaks. But if you‘ve ever been on the subway
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