Hello in there.

It's time to reconnect. Does this mean saying "Hi" to strangers? Yes it does. You don't have to stop and exchange emails. By all means, maintain a brisk pace. But the moment you decide to not greet people on your path, you choose not to be connected. I'm not suggesting that we all go nuts like a bunch of over-eager birds or beasts looking for a mate at some yearly ritual meeting place. I'm just saying: Say "Hi." What can it hurt? You're in the same place with another human - this serves as sufficient commonality to justify a simple greeting at the very least. As are other species of animals, all humans are very much alike. It wouldn't do to ignore our status as equals on a planet that seems to be, sadly, more and more limited - especially lately. I've caught my daughter asking another little girl "What's your name?" - Even as recently as yesterday in the middle of a play we were attending. Less than half of the people (little girls) that my 3-year-old asks do not reply. They look for a moment longer, than recall what they've observed from their parents. People don't just say "Hi" to other people. Children learn by exposure. Expose them to connecting with others in a healthy and safe way. Teaching trust and friendliness will lead to a more trustworthy and friendly world.