There are so many small moments that contain more depth than you may initially realize:
-For one person, that brief compliment was just small talk. But for the other person, it may have been the validation they needed.
-For one person, that one conversation was just a conversation. But for the other person, it may have been the one moment in the day they felt less alone
-For one person, that shared playlist was just a mix of songs. But for the other person, it was something that helped them finally find something that helped them find language for what they were feeling.
-For one person, it was just showing kindness to someone. But for the other person, it reminded them to feel a bit more present to the moment.
There are times in life when we might be experiencing something on a surface level, and it doesn’t feel like there’s much more than how we initially experienced it. However, as we engage and share experiences with others, those connections create opportunities to see so many small moments that might have more depth than we realize.
Recognizing that there may be more depth than what was initially observed doesn’t mean you have to be an expert on every detail of every interaction that has ever taken place. Instead, simply giving yourself permission to engage in this kind of thinking is a way to encourage the cultivation of a curiosity, right where you are, even in seemingly mundane ordinary moments. Thinking about what hidden
May you encounter everyday interactions that hold unexpected significance.
May you continue to consider that there is more depth in unexpected places.
May curiosity foster meaningful connections.
-Morgan Harper Nichols
