skipping the small talk, and getting straight to business

I love watching Ted Talks on YouTube. I feel renewed in a different way with every one I watch. Recently I stumbled across a Ted Talk about talking big instead of using small talk with those around us. Essentially she spoke on how we could get to know anyone better if we ask more meaningful questions. I am terrible at small talk. I always get awkward and run out of things to say, like I have a certain script to follow, and once the script has been rehearsed I'm out of ideas.

For the new year I want to take the time to get to know myself better, and it turn, allowing you to get to know me better as well. I'm really good at putting up walls and barriers. I shut myself out to avoid getting hurt. In January, the walls com down. That could be a good or bad thing. Hopefully I don't get too up close and personal, but I won't apologize for any of it. Welcome 2017!