It's good to strike up conversations with others.
John takes the bus to work everyday, and sits on a crowded bus one day next to a total stranger who seems to want to socialize.
John wants to have an enjoyable ride.
John greets the stranger and asks him how his day is going.
John spends the time relaxing, staring out the bus windows and daydreaming.
The stranger excitedly begins to tell John a fascinating story about what's going on in his life.
The stranger seems somewhat annoyed that John doesn't want to chat.