As I sat on the bus, an attractive lady sat a couple of rows in front of me. Our eyes locked together before she sat down. However, my stop was next. I exited the bus without another glance.

Looking back, I wish I changed my plans slightly and sat next to her on the bus. Whatever it takes to create conversation.

As I walked in the coffee area, people were sipping on their coffee, looking at their Apple computers, and looking generally bored. However, I kept on walking by.

Looking back, I wish I talked to some of them. I may have asked them about their coffee drink or what they’re studying. Whatever it takes to create conversation.

As I waited at the bus stop, I froze along with multiple folks in the forty degree morning. I could have asked about their final exams as well as talk about mine. However, I stayed quiet and continued freezing.

Looking back, I wish I warmed up to them. Whatever it takes to create conversation.

As I scroll about looking at my Twitter feed, I looked at all the various tweets and blog posts. I have an opportunity to connect by leaving comments. However, I got lazy.

Looking back, I wish I left more replies to their Twitter or blog. Whatever it takes to create conversation.

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You’ll always have opportunities to create conversation. Are you willing to get over yourself to actually create them? Give them the chance to respond.