11/09/2026
This week, I’ve been thinking about how easy it is to get caught up in our own heads and forget to be open to the people and opportunities around us.
I’ve been consciously trying to be more open to random moments of connection and these are some of the things that have happened as a result.
A sales guy came to my door and we somehow ended up talking about Albania and Italy. It reminded me that there’s a big, wide world out there and so much more life to live.
A random man asked me for a race in the park. I said yes.
I think he just appreciated having someone stop and interact with him.
And then I saw a woman crying in her car.
I thought about asking if she was okay, but I didn’t want to get involved. I felt awful about the idea of just driving off, so instead I decided to get her some chocolate.
She was completely shocked. I probably looked like a complete nutter. 😂 But hopefully, for a few minutes, I reminded her that there’s still kindness in the world.
And it got me thinking about your social media strategy.
People connect with real humans.
The vulnerable things you’re nervous to share, the stories you’re worried are too personal, the little things you think people might judge you for; they might actually be the things that make someone else feel seen.
Because sometimes someone just needs to think, “Oh, I’m not the only one.”
That’s the power of being authentic. You don’t have to share everything, but the more you allow people to see the real you, the more likely you are to find the people who genuinely connect with you.
So say the thing. Tell the story. Do the slightly weird thing.
Who cares?
You never know who might need it! 🫶🏼
Lianne - Brand & Content Strategist
