I'm losing my patience for small talk. Not that I ever had much. I don't want to hear about how much you saved on your car purchase. I'm not that interested in most television shows, especially the "ego on parade" reality shows, and I don't think consuming 2,000 calories in one sitting at a restaurant is all that worthy of note. I guess I would call it "consumer talk." I feel it just consumes precious minutes that could be spent connecting about something more personal or sharing an activity. I love water volleyball. I like bowling. Swimming is life affirming. Every time I lose a loved one I am reminded how valuable, and short, our time on earth is. And how relationships are what matter. I am energized to truly live my life with less talk and more action. And more meaningful interaction. This is the desire of my heart and the deepest whine from my soul.
Most of the talk at work is "consumer talk," and most of it doesn't interest me, either. Things such as a sincere "thank you" or a good laugh make my day. I sat down with a guy at work today and looked at his vacation photos, and we talked about his feelings about the places and I learned about his family. That was a meaningful interaction. As for the "ego on parade" reality shows, I look forward to The Bachelorette on Monday evenings, precisely for its superficiality. And that's because it's a great break from thinking so deeply.
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