Carlyn Shaw was at a crossroads in 1997. She’d been diagnosed with MS and had lost two good friends in two separate car accidents. Before the days of Facebook and social media, it was hard to find people who could relate.
Creating “connection cards,” Carlyn was able to meet people who could relate to her story. She found that by sharing our stories, we create connection.
“Strangers to Friends is founded in synchronicity,” says Carlyn. “It’s knowing that as humans we are designed to be connected.”
In talking with Carlyn, she described more of her ideas about how we can connect and take the initiative to share of ourselves without shame and find commonality and acceptance with one another. When we realize that others have similar feelings and challenges, we feel a bond and can support and empathize with one another.
Carlyn is the latest guest on my new podcast, Carpe Diem Connections, where I’m talking to people about leading a meaningful life and developing deep connections.
Resources
- Full YouTube video: https://youtu.be/X_mvKFMbtHA
- Carpe Diem Connections Podcast: https://anchor.fm/carpediemconnections
- Strangers to Friends Website: http://strangerstofriends.com/
- Strangers to Friends Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strangerstofriends
