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Two people talking across a coffee counter. Photo by Zahra Ahmadpari on Unsplash.

Remembering names

How to Never Be Lonely: A Pilot's Guide to Everyday Connection

A conversation with a pilot in a Canadian farm-town café that changed how Josh meets people. His whole method fits on one index card.

Josh Caliguire Sep 17, 2026 5 min

Two older men on a park bench. Photo by Aysegul Aytören on Unsplash.

Remembering names

5 Tips on Talking to Strangers (And Making Them Friends)

Five small moves that turn a stranger into a conversation, from someone who does it in coffee lines for practice. Nothing here needs confidence you don't already have.

Josh Caliguire Sep 17, 2026 6 min