Has a total random meeting with a stranger ever completely changed your life?
359419
It was 10 am in a bookstore, I was looking at a self help book, some guy started commenting about the author.  I commented back, we talked and talked, we went to lunch, we went to dinner, we went to a movie.  I got home at 10 that evening--after 12 hours straight of this.  We talked or saw each other every day after that and ended up getting married.  Uh, yeah, a random meeting with a stranger completely changed my life.  All for the better!
936717
Getting married changed my life. Now I have someone who loves me when before I was lonely and sad. I can deal with people on a much higher level than I could before because living with another person makes you more aware of how other people think. I'd like to pass on how to love to my children.
281787
Oddly enough - this was a first meeting ever.
311362
I met a two people so far and both are "big" celebrities in my book. I met Billy Idol and hung out with him for 3 hours and I met Long Duk Dong from Sixteen Candles on Melrose Avenue. Very cool & unique individuals!
1033372
Yes! I have done it and I know of people that can and have found people. I use tools myself to find people.
467340
People, just like you and me. We all change the world.  It could be a simple smile given to a lonely person, or a crazy thing we say to someone on Yahoo.  Something can strike a chord that makes the difference.  \n\nIn your life who has made the difference to you?  Follow their lead.
961580
I'm in the same posittion and it is so strage how we met in normal sircumstances we wouldn't even talk with each other but we just clicked and became friends and now even more!mabe it's true opposite atracts.
854874
Absolutely.  One of the lonliest moments of my life I was surrounded by about 10,000 people.\n\nI was married, with a new child.  I was in the Navy, just getting back from a 6 month tour to Europe. 3 months in, my wife left me taking my son with her.  When our ship arrived back home, there were literally 10,000 people waiting for their loved ones.  Holding banners and holding back tears of joy.\n\nI walked down that pier alone.  Not a soul there to welcome me home.  Especially my wife and son.  No banners, no tears, no hugs or kisses. That is one of the only times of my life I ever walked with my head down.  I couldn't stand to see the anticipation and joy of those thousands without breaking down.  \n\nLonliest moment of my life....
417442
I met my hubby at a Christian youth group reunion!  There were hundreds of people there, and I had never met him. \n\nHe had everything I've ever dreamed of in a guy, a heart for God, musical abilities (he's a composer and song writer, and keyboard player)\n We've known each other for over 27 years, and have been married happily for 20.  :-)
1134356
I was sooooo shy for such a long time. one day I just got fed up with not being heard and feeling lonely. It was "baby steps" coming out of my "shell". I discovered that I was as valuable as other people and better yet, others liked me. You don't have to be loud or always leading the conversation. It was so liberating and truly lightened my heart! Try it! put your fear in your back-pocket and go for it.
344789
Very strange, I was discussing a girl with a friend earlier tonight. She is extremely shy and it's difficult for me to understand what she's thinking half of the time. I used to be introverted and then had a major incident and came out extroverted. I asked a psychologist if it was possible to change in that fashion. She replied "Yes, people may change with time. However it usually happens because of some life changing event". Good luck.
1092461
yes i've had that happen and it was the guy i had a crush on. It was really weird seeing him the next day i was really embarrased but just stuck to small talk untill i could let that memory slip
679080
Yes most definitely , but keep in mind a big change is not necessary made out of a big action , sometimes just one simple hug in the right moment can influence someones live and change it , is a domino effect
377942
The gentleman I met was dead on target.  He told me things about myself that I did not openly speak of at the time.  I would not necessarily call our conversation a "reading".  We were two people whose paths were simply destined to cross.  He became a very trusted confidante, a teacher, and mentor.
100839
Heck no! If a man is bold enough to ask you to meet him, he needs to be just as forthright about who he is. Meeting a total stranger is already very risky business. My advice is that if you decide to meet, tell him it needs to be only after he agrees to certain groundrules. Rule #1 Meet in daytime Rule #2 Do not meet alone #3 Do not go to him (i.e. to a nother city or state) let him come to where you are. You need to be aware of your surroundings. #4 If his intent is genuine he wont have a problem with you having his last name. He will already recognize that having as much information as possible is a security and safety issue and out of consideration of that AS WELL AS respect, he will honor your requests as not to compromise your trust and to give  you peace of mind.
658553
Yes Ma'am, I do. I've encountered people in this life that I've made instant connections with. It's like we've known each other in a previous life.
467293
I never miss an opportunity to talk to someone. For instances your waiting in line at the grocery store, after looking at what they are checking out with, you could say "That looks good, have you tried it before"? A very outgoing friend taught me this. I have become a different person and continue to do this. In time you will get better at it. You will meet the most interesting people and build confidence in talking to strangers. Use your imagination. We spend a lot of time just waiting, Doctor's office and etc. You can do it and will reap the many benefits.