Why you should talk to strangers | Aliya Dossa | TEDxTerryTalks

Aliya Dossa has a story to share. Actually, she shared exactly 101 stories through her project called “101 Days, 101 Strangers, 101 Stories,” where she documented the stories of 101 individuals in as many days. In this TEDx talk, Aliya shares some of the stories she discovered and talks about how the conversations she had with these strangers allowed her to learn more about the dynamics of trust and human interaction. More importantly, she explains how the environment around us, our economic system and institutions that foster competition over collaboration, can leave us feeling isolated and removed from society.

Aliya is a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Economics at UBC.

[bow.]

yt algorithm, please do your work. This video is underrated

[seisoconsultancy]

I talk to strangers easily and most of them appreciate. It is true you learn something always.

[saurabhdalve]

Such a ambitious project she has started with ! I love how she is talking with that elegant smile on her face.

[plinnyphoenix]

I'm so happy to live in Dublin. Here most of the locals look at you and say hi when they meet you on the street. It is like the small town I come from in Sardinia (Italy)

[tb]

Absolutely brilliant, the only TED talk that gets to the point!

[nopethisisnotreal]

Well..This video is super underrated..Wish it had more views!..Share it ppl

[nknagu]

The project she mentioned is quite inspirational

[santiagosin]

One of the most interesting, unique and authentic talk I've heard.

[navdeepsinghchouhan]

One of the greatest ted talk ever seen but wonders at the same time, too much underrated!!
Well has anybody noticed that She stood at one place while talking:-)

[Lorenna]

But you`re a beautiful young girl.
If I, as a guy, would ask a girl "would you be my stranger of the day?" I would either get arrested, slapped by her or punched by her boyfriend.

[randhill]

So lucky to have known you and continue to be knowing you. Rock on!

[zahramamdani]

That was amazing Aliya! Great work. You are so articulate!

[aleezafatma]

This is amazing...we all need to be connected

[girishzambare]

Your smile is so awesome, that just made my day

[nix]

This was amazing, I loved it! You are a great speaker and the project is really interesting :) Hope you continue with new projects!

[taran.]

Lol love Martial's little fact drops, seems like a wholesome dude

[steveprimeau]

Unfortunately - the sad truth is - approaching strangers for the purpose of conversation, is socially unacceptable or awkward at best - especially in my case when they see a middle aged man with zero financial status poorly dressed and dependant on public transportation... Trust me, people do not respond in a manner that would be conducive to meaningful conversation when someone with an unfavorable appearance walks up to them. As a society, we are extremely judgemental, and through our prejudice we form a preconceived idea of a stranger's intentions based on their appearance when approached. As well meaning and heartfelt as this young lady's message may be - for someone in my situation, I do not reccomend it - not only will you face possible rejection, you may also find yourself in a potentially volatile situation. When I'm out in public, I keep my eyes to the ground, and I mind my own business. Believe me, it's much safer that way.

[shraviator]

Problem is, I think we’ve forgotten to be like how easy it was to make friends in kindergarten.?...what happened?

[shilpigupta]

Wow she made really good points in her talk. :)

[musicforever]

Great presentation! I wish I could do something like this but my lack of social skills is holding me back :(