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When two people exchange their ideas, share their opinions and discuss things, it is then they communicate.

How is communication changing between people?

Communication has definitely changed in the past few decades. From communicating through pigeon dropping letters we are now able to see each other while talking. Earlier people went on to meet others personally, but with advancement in technology people are now comfortable sitting in their room and interacting through smart phones. Instead of those long letters now see the cut and short messages.

It used to be common to talk to strangers. Do you think it’s okay to talk to people you don’t know?

I think it is fine only with an intention of knowing the other person or may be just passing time. Because no matter how great friends we have, they also were strangers at some point of time. But, if one starts interacting with complete strangers, whom we never meet of have no connection in common, sometimes it turns out in a very negative way, especially if one is traveling alone.

How often do you start up a conversation with people you don’t know?

I do it rarely, especially when I am in a journey and I see my comrades. I remember, there was a journey that I took and I met people from my company and we didn’t knew each other. So, we talked off and got to know about the company and stuff. The other time I was taking a journey to Puri during the path yatra and met so many people during my journey. Some told me about the temple’s history, others shared their passion for touching the rope of the chariot.

Think about how your Grandmother talks with people. Is it the same as how you talk to people?

My grandmother is very sincere when she talks to people. I have seen her speaking her heart out, being hones with what she feels about the other person. Rarely, does she speaks with those she is not interested in. Too an extent I think I am like her only, because I also speak to the ones I like to.

How do you think will people communicate in the future?

I think it will be all technology for communicating. Most probably, people will communicate using their minds. Technologies where people will be able to send their thoughts off to the other person will be available. It might even be possible that people are able to feel the other person virtually and interact with them.

How have smart phones changed communication?

Smart phones have taken talking as the form of communication to messaging as the foremost method we use to communicate. Earlier people interacted using a call, now we have whatsapp, social media and so much at our tip. There was wait in earlier times, the curiosity for the letter about to come, and then the fun in reading it and writing back. Now, it is very instant. The moment, I feel like talking with someone, I can interact in jus seconds, get a reply and move on. Although, it has made conversations easier but I think it has taken away the fun of waiting and reading about the other person life.

Name at least 10 forms of communication.

Communication can take place in any way. Some of the most common methods of communication are –

1. email
2. facebook
3. twitter
4. whatsapp
5. twoo
6. messaging
7. google +
8. voip
9. video calling
10. letters

Do you think people can communicate with ghosts and spirits?

I am not very sure of it. But, I think if people claim to be able to talk to ghost and spirits we should definitely look into this matter. Because, if it is possible this means that ghost and spirits do exist and it does brings into forefront a very big question for science as science fails to explains the presence of them.

What is the most basic form of communication?

No matter how much advancement in technology happens, I think still the most basic form of communication remains to be our mouth. It is with talking that we are able to communicate and make some lasting friendships and relations. Apart from that, however, social media is surely emerging as a basic form of communicating with people.

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There are so many people we meet every day, so many we meet again and again and then some we meet only for one time. No matter whether the people we meet become our friends or just acquaintances, there is some time when we meet for the first time. It is awkward for some to interact with new people, while others can meet confidently. Let us today have a look at some of the questions related to interacting with people.

What kind of people do you like to meet?

I love meeting people who have got sense of humor because it is amazing to spend time with them. There is so much of light air when you are around with them. No worries, no tensions, nothing that can stop you, nothing that binds you.

Who was the last new person you met and where did you meet them?

The newest person who has come into my life is Ankit. He has been amazing person to be with. There are times when we laugh together, when we fight together, irritate each other, pin point things to each other and after work, it is always exciting to be with him.

Have you ever experienced being completely wrong in your first impression?

Mostly, I don’t form any first impressions. There are times however, that after some time, I do form some sort of impressions. There was a boy I met, I thought would be very light hearted with no baggage, always laughing. He was someone I thought, who would have always succeeded in life. But, later when I came to know him, I realized how much he had struggled in his life, to be able to smile at it all.

Do you usually shake hands with when you meet a new person?

Yes, I do. I think it is one of the best thing to do because there is a lot of confidence that gets build up when you shake hands and introduce each other.

If you want to get to know people at a party would you go first to people of your own age or people of your own sex?

I would prefer going to people of my own sex, because no matter how many friends of opposite sex I have made. I am still not very comfortable interacting with them. There does comes some sort of road blockage that stops me to interact with them.

What is the favorite topic for new acquaintances in your country?

The most common topic that people have to talk about in my country is either some television serial or may be the general politics. With men, you would find them talking about the world affairs. Like event or something happen or what are the implications of the actions taken by the government. Other than this, people like to talk about sports, especially cricket.

If you are looking for a shallow relationship, where do you usually go to meet people?

If you are looking for shallow relationships, I think the best place to find is in work. Because, when it comes to work, people are more career oriented and are less bothered about the personal life of other individual. In cases like these, there are more chances of finding shallow relationships.

If you are looking for a good friend, where do you usually go to meet people?

I think the best place to find new friends is either in a group or a club. In places like these, you find people who are like minded, the ones who tend to observe things the way you do. And it becomes so much more easier to become friends with them.

In your country, how do you know if you can trust a person that you meet?

Trust is a very big thing and you can never tell for sure that you can trust the other person. However, with time it is something that comes very naturally. You just feel it, feel like trusting the other person.

Do you feel you are outgoing or shy around people? How do you usually act?

I think I am more of both. There are times when I am outgoing and get lot of excited when meeting new people. There are times when I tend to get shy. Mostly it depends on what is going on my head or the kind of person I am meeting. So, if the person is of our age group, I am more likely to interact easily. If perosn is elder to me, I tend to be shy.

How could a shy person overcome their fear of meeting new people?

I think the best way to overcome this fear is by meeting more and more people. When you start interacting with lot of people, then there are surely remove hesitation. If you make mistakes, after some time, you tend to overcome them. You realize how to interact with people and when that happens it is more easier for you to talk with lot of people.

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There are people who come in our lives and we come about appreciating them for the contribution that they make in our lives. There are people who we admire, there are certain others who we look forward to and then there are people who we make our friends. These are the people we appreciate in our lives, the ones that we want in our lives forever. But then there should be some reason for the appreciation, right? Let us today have a look at some questions related to appreciating friendships.

What qualities do you appreciate in your friends? What makes someone special or best friend?

There are three things that I mostly look out when I make friends. First is trust then love and finally respect. So, the person should be such that I can trust him or she and everyone can trust him or her. Then, he or she should love me and people around and he or she should be lovable as well. The last thing is respect, if the other person does not respects me, there is no point being with him or her. A special friend is someone I can call at 2 in the night and have a meaningful conversation or just sit quietly for two hours and come back relaxed.

Why are friendships important for you? Do you still maintain friendships from the past?

Friendships are important because these are the people who don’t judge you on the basis of your success or failure. They are the ones who are for you and with you, beyond what is happening in your career and it is very important for you to have such people in your life. Because, there is no point of living a life where there is no love and I make sure that if ever I make friends I keep them throughout my life.

How long have you known your best friend? Where did you meet and what did you have in common?

I and my best friend have been together since past eight years and it has been an amazing journey with her. Knowing her and enjoying life with her was great and I am thankful that I met her. We met in our school days and we had a common school bus so we were together almost every time. There is very little that is common in us externally but no matter what different paths we take our final destinations are mostly the same.

What are some good opportunities to meet new people?

I think the best way to meet new people is to be part of some group or club. It is there that you can meet like-minded people, who share your opinion and causes.

How can you get to better know a person?

I believe the best way to know a person better is to let the person speak without passing a judgment. One needs to accept the other person with ever fault and failures. When you do that, a person interacts with you more and you get to know them better.

What is the relationship between love and friendship?

Love is the basis for any relationship. When there is no love, there can be nothing else that exists.

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

The most interesting person has to be a recent friend that I have made, he is amazing person. There is so much that he has to tell you about, his opinion on things is so different that it can either leave you gasping or laughing. And then he has got that sense of humor that can make any difficult situation look so easy that you are left spell bound.

Do you think famous people are happier than ordinary people? Why?

I don’t think there is any connection with a person being famous and happiness. Happiness is something that comes from within and it can be found in the most simplest of things in life. So, a person who is enjoying the food made at home with family might be happy but then a person eating in the world’s best restaurant, yet alone might not be. Similarly, a world known singer might be happier because she is doing what she loves.

What type of people do you get along with best?

I think the people who can make others laugh are the ones I get along very well because there is so much of lightness associated with them that it makes easy to interact with them. You can just about say anything to them and they know how to make it look simple.

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