In the past, when mobile phone hadn't trickled seamlessly into our lives we used to go to friends/relatives house without prior notice and were always welcome. Even if not welcome we were treated well. No, I am not complaining here that people are treating me bad. My complain is that we are not connecting with people anymore the way we used to. It is great to be able to talk to my friend in another town and my parents residing in different state but what about neighbours? Unlike childhood days when people identified my parents as Jyoti's parents, the lane where I live now people don't even know my existence. I was not a very outgoing child, I preferred to sit back relax, sleep and if allowed keep watching television until scolded. Yet, people around were aware. As I grew up, shuttled between cities and finally came down here, I am unknown. I haven't myself made any attempt to go meet my neighbours so should not blame them. Not complaining, I am wondering what has become of me. Am I trapped in the circumstances or am I trapping myself. No body for sure has stopped me from going and talking. But I wait for a support. Language is a barrier, yes! I think more than that is the feeling why disturb or get disturbed.
Silly, use language as pretext to talk. Psychologically, when we ask for help people tend to be more kind. Their mind allocates the deed as good and boost their positivity. Chances are they will remember you for longer period of time.
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