Tangentially Speaking

"Tangentially Speaking" has been a phrase in my repertoire since at least 1999. It came about when I realized that I don't always stick to the topic at hand, especially in one-on-one conversations with myself (I admittedly talk to myself--even when there are others to talk to).

Tangential means "almost irrelevant, with only slight relevance to the current subject". Anyone who's held a conversation with me, in person or online, can attest that I do not strictly adhere to the original topic.

I think AND speak outside the box as my tangential mind takes twists and turns and navigates me through this little world of mine. I like to think that this is my way of broadening the minds of those around me. It may or may not be true.