First Impressions Matter: The Message I Want to Send
The first impression I want people to have of me is simple yet meaningful—I am approachable. In a world where many seem to wear their anger or frustrations on their sleeves, I strive to be the opposite. I want people to know that I genuinely enjoy connecting with others. I’m a people person through and through, and nothing brings me more joy than meeting fascinating individuals, whether they’re two years old or 106. Everyone has a story to tell, and I want to hear it.
My mother often tells the story of my natural openness as a child. When I was just two years old, I would leap into the arms of total strangers without hesitation. There was no fear, no second-guessing—just an innate trust and curiosity about people. I believe that openness is one of the purest parts of the human spirit, a reflection of the kindness we’re born with before life begins to weigh us down.
As the years pass, that unfiltered openness can fade. Life experiences, challenges, and disappointments can leave their mark, sometimes making it harder to maintain that genuine curiosity and connection with others. But I strive to hold onto it. I remind myself daily that no matter how tough life gets, meeting new people and learning from them is a gift. Every interaction is an opportunity to grow, to share, and to make the world a little brighter.
So, when you meet me, know this: I want to know your story. I want to understand what makes you unique. Whether you’re a toddler exploring the world for the first time or someone who has seen the seasons of life come and go, you are interesting to me. Life has taught me that everyone carries a bit of wisdom, humor, or perspective that can enrich our own.
I hope my warmth and openness make me approachable to others. After all, connecting with people is not just something I do—it’s who I am.
The ultimate connection, I meet a Church sister who wants me to write her life story. That’s what it’s all about People trusting you.
