hey ,
man, i miss blogthings sometimes.
so many long afternoons spent answering questions about my thirteen year old self.
and knowing exactly which kitchen appliance best represents my personality was the peak of self discovery.
and a lot of this is predicated on the idea that having stuff in common with other people is important and means you're destined to be bffs. or something like that.
and of course, having things in common with people can absolutely help you feel more connected to them! but when we explore building deeply with people who actually don't have much in common on the surface, we can really experience growth, love, and connection in profound ways.
so i put together some thoughts about what sort of things actually matter to have in common with someone, and what sort of things help you get the most out of your relationships with people who may seem different from you.
and hey, you might be surprised how well you get along with someone... even if they're more of a "toaster" and you're more of a "blender."
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