This is Love How's Your Life?
Dec 3, 2025
Min Nguyen, an optometrist with a remarkable photographic memory, shares his transformative journey of reconnecting with over 350 former classmates after a serious health scare. He emphasizes the importance of in-person meetings for genuine interactions, recounting candid conversations that reveal deep stories and shared trauma. Min also discusses the unique questions he asks and the profound responses he receives. His project not only reignites old friendships but inspires others to seek connections, showcasing the power of community and empathy.
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From Doctor To Classmate Connector
- Min Nguyen is an optometrist who started reconnecting with former classmates after health scares prompted reflection.
- He has met over 350 alumni in person to ask about their lives and record their updates.
Observation Became Memory Fuel
- Min observed he spent childhood observing others more than living his own life, which made him remember classmates vividly.
- That observational memory fueled curiosity about how each person's story continued into adulthood.
Health Crisis Sparked The Project
- In 2021 Min experienced rapid weight loss and confusing lab results that doctors misdiagnosed initially.
- The mystery of his illness led him to seek more control by reconnecting with people from his past.