Humans of Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»was inspired by Brandon Stanton’s .
There’s something great about stopping to talk about life with a stranger. And I've learned it’s easier than you might think.
The idea came to me after a friend introduced me to the Humans of New York blog some time ago. I was hooked. I love the sometimes surprisingly intimate glimpses into other people’s lives. When I’m feeling out of sorts I scroll through the photos and quotations Humans of New York’s creator Brandon Stanton has amassed and feel a little more connected, appreciative of others’ situations and mine.
That same feeling of connectedness is the goal of our Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»version. Sometimes it feels good to be reminded that you’re not alone, that your individual story resonates with neighbours and strangers alike.
I’ve chosen subjects randomly, on a whim. Only one person of those I’ve stopped and talked to this summer has refused to be photographed. People don’t appear to mind a little attention and sharing where they’re at or where they’ve been.
Humans of Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»runs in the Courier every Friday in the print version and online. I’ll see you on the street.
