How can I make my conversation deeper?

Read on to see the best of what we uncovered.
  1. Have some 'deep' conversation starters on hand. ...
  2. Ask questions about topics the other person is interested in. ...
  3. Find out what makes the other person special. ...
  4. Avoid discussing the weather. ...
  5. Assume the other person has deep thoughts. ...
  6. Don't push people to see your perspective.
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How do you deepen a conversation?

How To Have Deep Conversations (With Examples)
  1. Start with small talk and gradually go deeper. ...
  2. Choose relaxed, intimate environments. ...
  3. Bring up a deep subject that interests you. ...
  4. Find like-minded people. ...
  5. Ask a personal question about the subject. ...
  6. Share something about yourself. ...
  7. Ask follow-up questions.
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What are some deep conversation topics?

Deep Conversation Starters for Couples
  • Who is the person in your family you're the most honest with?
  • What is your most unique family tradition? ...
  • How does your family express love and affection?
  • Do you wish to be a parent? ...
  • What class or teacher most impacted your life growing up?
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What are some deep questions to ask?

Deep Questions to Ask Friends
  • If you could magically change one thing in your life, what would it be?
  • What do you think of mindfulness?
  • Do you think we'd be better off without social media?
  • What do you think it means to be healthy?
  • What do you love the most in life?
  • Do you vote?
  • Do you believe in karma?
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How can I spice up my relationship conversation?

9 Tips for Making Everyday Conversations With Your Partner Feel Fresh Again
  1. Change up the routine. ...
  2. Use open-ended questions. ...
  3. Share the good and the bad. ...
  4. Put your phone away. ...
  5. Invite specific conversations. ...
  6. Show that you've been listening. ...
  7. Don't wait until the end of the day to connect.
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How can I stop small talk?

9 Simple Ways to Avoid Small Talk
  1. Divert the other person's attention elsewhere. ...
  2. Bring up a current event that'll engage the other person. ...
  3. Come to the conversation prepared with deeper questions. ...
  4. Frankly tell the other person that you couldn't care less about the small talk topic.
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How do you make yourself not boring in a conversation?

7 Ways to Make Small Talk Way More Interesting
  1. Be more interested. ...
  2. Ask open-ended questions. ...
  3. Leverage your environment (or your wardrobe). ...
  4. Play the student. ...
  5. Gamify for your own amusement. ...
  6. Be more interesting. ...
  7. Give up on lost causes.
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What should I ask in a conversation?

Conversation Starters For Any Situation
  • Tell me about yourself.
  • Have you done anything exciting lately?
  • What made you smile today?
  • How did you meet the host?
  • What's your favorite form of social media?
  • What was the last good book you read?
  • Do you listen to any podcasts?
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What makes a conversation interesting?

Look for things in common. If you think you might have something in common with someone, such as an interest or a similar background, mention it and see how they react. If it turns out that you have something in common, the conversation will be more engaging for both of you.
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How do you start a fun conversation?

Here are seven ways to start a conversation with potential to head in any direction you want:
  1. Start with weather (or sports). ...
  2. Come out with a compliment. ...
  3. Talk about the venue. ...
  4. Ask a favor. ...
  5. Open with a joke. ...
  6. Start with an innocuous observation. ...
  7. Ask a question peripherally related to your intended topic.
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What to talk about when there's nothing to talk about?

Here is a list of things you might talk about when there is nothing to talk about:
  • Talk about this itself. ...
  • Talk about things you wish were happening. ...
  • Have a conversation with someone who is having a wildly different experience than you. ...
  • Have conversations with people who might be really struggling.
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How do I become less dry?

Here are 20 tips on how to not be a dry texter.
  1. Reply as soon as you can. ...
  2. Avoid using one-word replies. ...
  3. Know the purpose of your reply. ...
  4. Make texting fun with GIFs and emojis. ...
  5. Make your crush smile with memes. ...
  6. Don't be afraid to ask questions. ...
  7. Show your sense of humor. ...
  8. Go ahead and flirt a little.
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How do you have good chat?

  1. Be brave, worry less. Even if it's uncomfortable, be brave and just do it, Sandstrom says. ...
  2. Be curious. Ask questions. ...
  3. Don't be afraid to go off-script. ...
  4. Give someone a compliment. ...
  5. Talk about something you both have in common. ...
  6. Have more conversations with people you don't know. ...
  7. Don't let the awkward moments trip you up.
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How can I be a more interesting person?

17 ways to become a more interesting person
  1. Develop new skills. Ensure that other people find you interesting by making yourself helpful in any situation. ...
  2. Be curious. ...
  3. Learn how to tell a good story. ...
  4. Have three good stories ready to share. ...
  5. Listen and show compassion. ...
  6. Ask good questions. ...
  7. Say what you think. ...
  8. Follow your interests.
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What are dry texters?

If you don't already know, a dry texter is the type of person who responds to messages with one-word answers — or, worse, single letters. They make life hard for the recipient, having to keep pushing the conversation forward with awkward questions and overcompensating replies.
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Why can't I talk to people?

Selective mutism is a severe anxiety disorder where a person is unable to speak in certain social situations, such as with classmates at school or to relatives they do not see very often. It usually starts during childhood and, if left untreated, can persist into adulthood.
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How do I stop dry text?

How to Not Be Dry over Text
  1. Send the first text.
  2. Craft texts that are more than 1 word long.
  3. Get specific in your messages.
  4. Recall the little details they mention.
  5. Invest yourself in the conversation.
  6. Reply promptly.
  7. Sprinkle in a few emojis.
  8. Add a GIF to your message.
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How do you keep the spark alive over text?

If you want to keep the spark alive between dates, good communication is critical. It matters just as much as the actual date!
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HOW TO KEEP THE SPARK ALIVE OVER TEXT
  1. AVOID SMALL TALK: ...
  2. ASK QUESTIONS THAT ARE MEANINGFUL. ...
  3. BUILD POSITIVE ASSOCIATIONS. ...
  4. GIVE COMPLIMENTS WITH CAUTION. ...
  5. HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU TEXT.
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Why do I feel like I have nothing to say?

The uncomfortable, nonconstructive experience of nothing of say is anything but easy, grounded or focused. It can happen when there's so much stimulation that we feel overwhelmed and uncertain about the correct point of focus.
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How do you talk to someone who doesn't talk much?

Generally give them low-key positive feedback and reassurance. Don't be fake and overdo it, but try to communicate that you're friendly, you like them, and enjoy talking to them. Send out warm, interested non-verbals. Sincerely compliment them when it's appropriate, like if they said something funny or insightful.
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Why is it so hard for me to keep a conversation going?

Social anxiety and social awkwardness can prevent a good conversation. The negative mindset you have can stem from a lot of things, including social anxiety or social awkwardness.
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What are the best conversation starters?

Conversation Starters for Any Situation
  • Tell me about you. ...
  • Working on anything exciting lately? ...
  • What's your story? ...
  • What personal passion project are you working on right now? ...
  • How do you know the host? ...
  • What was the highlight of your day today? ...
  • What was the highlight of your week?
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What are interesting questions to ask a guy?

10 Flirty Questions to Ask a Guy
  • What did you first notice about me? ...
  • So, have you told your friends about us? ...
  • How do you flirt? ...
  • Are you a show-off when you like a girl or do you play it cool? ...
  • Do you think about me when you're alone? ...
  • Have you been working out? ...
  • Do you like it when a girl makes the first move?
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What do you say in awkward silence?

In the event of a long pause, think back to something you already talked about or to previous conversations and go from there. For example, you can fill a silence with, "Last time we talked, you mentioned a new project you were working on. I've been meaning to ask you about it."
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