The Importance of Including Quiet Classmates: Why You Should Always Invite Anna
By
walterbell
Plain bagel done well. Pleasantly substantive.
Summary
A personal reflection about college friendships and the importance of including quiet, studious classmates like Anna who always declined party invitations. The author realizes that even though Anna consistently said no to social outings, continuing to invite her showed care and inclusion, as sometimes the people who need invitations most are the ones who always decline them.
Key quotes
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Anna cared about school a lot. She was almost always studying whenever I saw her
Sometimes the people who need invitations most are the ones who always decline them
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