Halloween is just around the corner, and it is a great holiday to get to know your neighbors. Rather, if you live in an apartment, a condo, or a house, it can be hard at times to get to know your neighbors.
As a person who has lived in the same place my whole life, I haven't faced the challenge of having to get to know my neighbors in different settings; however, many individuals are very familiar with the feeling of not knowing their neighbors.
In the modern 21st century, it can feel as though talking with people can feel unsafe at times, yet sometimes, we have to step outside of our comfort zones in order to fully live.
Naturally, I am not the best at talking with people, and constant negative thoughts tell me that I'm not good enough, people are bored with me, or nobody cares about what I say. Maybe you have also felt this way or are currently feeling this way.
These feelings can get in the way of trying to get to know people, which is why it is important to try to think positively about yourself.
Even if a person has made you not feel good enough, made you feel you are boring, or made you feel as though nobody cares about what you say, none of these things are true. You are enough as you are, you are very interesting, and people do care about what you have to say.
During this Halloween season, try to challenge yourself to get to know some of your neighbors. It might be scary, but it could also be a way to make some great friends. Friends are often found in plain sight, such as your neighbors.
Neighbors also often turn into best friends because we see them frequently, and they can relate to us in ways that others cannot.
Instead of running or hiding the next time you see a neighbor, try to talk with them and get to know them. Here are five ways to get to know your neighbors this Halloween.
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