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By: What Consequential Strangers Have Taught Me | Consequential Strangers

What Consequential Strangers Have Taught Me | Consequential Strangers — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 02:30:13 +0000

[...] think about our own impact on others whose paths cross ours–until years later. In his blog, he recalled a casual acquaintance: “…even though he was just one person I knew those [...]

By: Melinda Blau

Melinda Blau — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 03:34:34 +0000

Happy Holidays all. This post was a great gift! .-= Melinda Blau´s last blog ..CS as a Secret Weapon =-.

By: Melinda Blau

Melinda Blau — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 03:33:32 +0000

Chris, I’m so happy that the concept resonates with you–and others who’ve read your post. I’m happy to report that the book was named on of the best of 2009 and is in great company:
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By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:23:16 +0000

Melinda, I'm sorry I didn't read your book, but plan too. I may have seen the title and thought it was attention grabbing. I've contemplated the concept quite a bit and even as I've been meeting new people from all over the world, I've been reaching into my past and letting some people I knew very casually or short term, that to this day, value the brief relationship. Some I've found, some are dead, and some probably don';t know me from a hole in the ground, but I plan to keep on trying. So to Mr. Robey, my earth science teacher in Bismarck ND in 8th grade, I thank you. I learned so much back then I skated through 3-4 college courses and learned how observation and research in science was significant. This wasn't the modern day earth science that has evolved into a political agenda. To Mr. Maus, my 9th grade algebra teacher, who had us solving and graphing quadratic equations. When finished we had a Charles Schultz picture of Snoopy. I trust today the same 9th grade class would be an honors or advanced course. To Luther Allison, a Chicago blues musician who played and ran with the likes of Carlos Santana and the Rolling Stones. After talking with him for almost 15 minutes one day before one of his gigs in 1975, I figured I'd start playing the guitar. Almost 2 years later I saw him again and he remembered my name. Yes Melinda, it is an important concept to remember.

By: Melinda Blau

Melinda Blau — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 02:53:55 +0000

Chris, I assume you learned the term “consequential strangers” from reading (or reading about) my new book. Thanks for spreading the word. This is SUCH an important concept–to remember to value ALL our relationships, even those we take for granted.
Thanks!
Melinda Blau
co-author, “Consequential Strangers: The Power of People Who Don’t Seem to Matter…But Really Do.”

By: Russ Stiffler

Russ Stiffler — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:55:35 +0000

Hi Chris.

Great post. It’s kind of like the butterfly effect on a personal level. We have no way of knowing how we will affect anyone’s life. So the more you know and give, the more beneficial impact you will have.

Thanks

By: Kathy Jodrey

Kathy Jodrey — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:14:06 +0000

Hi Chis,

I really enjoyed your story, and love the message that you conveyed to your friend. Isn’t it amazing how we can touch each others lives without ever knowing the impact we’ve made?

It reminds me that we need to always focus on what we’re putting out there in the universe. If it’s all good, we can only make a positive difference

BTW, I love the slideshow at the top of your blog that displays post excerpts. You are the master!

Have a great night my friend!
Kathy J
.-= Kathy Jodrey´s last blog ..Do You Have Value to Give to Others? =-.

By: Beth Hawkins

Beth Hawkins — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:26:14 +0000

Chris. This is a good post and it makes me reflect on the people who have had a positive impact on my life and helped me to establish goals. You are doing a great job of helping others online to succeed. Thanks for all the help you have given me. Keep up the good work and enjoy the rewards you will definitely receive. Beth .-= Beth Hawkins´s last blog ..Test Post =-.