As far as playing jazz, no other art form, other than conversation,
can give the satisfaction of spontaneous interaction.
I love the idea of labeling the art of conversation as "spontaneous interaction". I gathered with a group of friends last night and as we reminisced, discussed current events and made plans for future outings together, one of the things I couldn't help notice was the comfortable spontaneity of the conversations!
Everyone has friends they communicate with on different levels. Sometimes a friend is someone, who, like the group I spoke of earlier, know you so well they can finish your sentences and the conversation is always being tossed back and forth like a child's game of catch. (Sometimes, when several friends come together, it can be more like the child's game of "keep away" as friends excitedly interrupt, correct and cajole each other!)
Occasionally, you will strike up a conversation with someone who doesn't know you that well, and there are times when a conversation begins with someone who is barely an acquaintance, or may even be someone completely unfamiliar to you.
My challenge to you is to work on your conversation skills and practice listening, really listening, to others. Whether you are with close friends or family, casual acquaintances or someone who happens to get on the elevator when you do, treat each conversation with respect and then enjoy it! Just as you would a great jazz tune!
Blessings
Sharon
Occasionally, you will strike up a conversation with someone who doesn't know you that well, and there are times when a conversation begins with someone who is barely an acquaintance, or may even be someone completely unfamiliar to you.
My challenge to you is to work on your conversation skills and practice listening, really listening, to others. Whether you are with close friends or family, casual acquaintances or someone who happens to get on the elevator when you do, treat each conversation with respect and then enjoy it! Just as you would a great jazz tune!
Blessings
Sharon
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