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Conversing with others can inspire and connect people.

Research has shown that people overestimate how uncomfortable conversing will be.

Research has also shown that people underestimate the benefits of conversations.

Deep conversations turn out to be easier than shallow ones.

I’m an introvert. Actually, I’m one of those extroverted introverts . Once I force myself to get out there and talk with people, I really enjoy it.

But the thought of it beforehand can be overwhelming.

I also consider myself a creative person. I do a lot of wondering and mulling and some occasional stewing and brewing and dwelling. It’s solitary and sometimes lonely up there inside my head.

But stewing and brewing and dwelling are like using only recycled materials to make an artistic masterp

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