What's in a name?

I learned this when I realized my sister and I are often indistinguishable. I went somewhere without her and heard my name from people other than my family. WEIRD!

Once you learn someone's name, if you're like me, you'll soon forget it unless you use it. It can make a difference to call someone by their name. Instead of simply asking 'How are you?' say 'Hi Chelsey, how are you?' Instead of saying 'It's over by him,' say 'It's over by Ken.'

People often don't remember my name, for one reason or another, so it's odd when someone actually calls me by my name. (The right name.) But it feels good. It's more personal.

That being said, if someone really has no intention of ever talking to me again, I would rather they didn't refer to me by my name. If they call me by name, I make an effort to remember their name and even talk to them.
I don't like making small talk in person (in writing, no problemo)....

Just try it out. See how people react when you use their names.

Forgive your enemies,
but never forget their names.
- John F. Kennedy -