As I sit at my desk, I can't help but notice the person sitting directly across from me. We have been working in close proximity for months now, and yet I know very little about them.
Every day, I'm reminded of their presence as they delicately type away on their keyboard, or shuffle through papers. Sometimes, they'll glance up and make eye contact with me, but we never exchange words beyond a polite nod.
It's strange, isn't it? How two people can coexist in such close quarters, yet know so little about each other. Is it because we're both so consumed with our work, or is it because we're too afraid to break the silence?
I wonder what they do outside of work. Do they have a family? A significant other? Hobbies they're passionate about? I could easily strike up a conversation and find out, but I'm always held back by the fear of coming across as intrusive or nosy.
As the days go by, I find myself becoming more and more curious about the person sitting across from me. I catch myself stealing glances at them, trying to gather any information I can about their life outside of work.
But even as my curiosity grows, I'm not sure if I'll ever have the courage to strike up a conversation. Maybe it's the vulnerability that comes with sharing personal information, or the fear of being judged.
Regardless of the reason, I'm starting to realize the importance of getting to know the people around us. Not only does it create a more positive work environment, but it also allows us to form meaningful connections with those around us.
Perhaps tomorrow, I'll set aside my fears and try to start a conversation with the person sitting across from me. Who knows, maybe we'll end up discovering we have more in common than we thought.