27 Thoughtful Questions to Spark Deeper Conversations and Build Better Relationships
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The Seattle Times suggests replacing common conversational questions with more thoughtful ones to foster deeper connections. Instead of “How are you?” ask about joy; explore favorite spaces at home instead of origin; inquire about childhood pastimes, preferred research topics, and personal aspirations to describe upcoming months. Emphasize self-reflection and understanding in relationships, touching on topics like new passions, confronting unexpressed truths, and the impact of societal issues. Encourage sharing personal learnings, unchanged attributes, and self-consistency to nurture closeness and self-discovery.