Showing genuine interest in others is one of the fastest ways to connect with someone. And science shows that friendships and social connections make us happier and can improve our mental health. So what can you do to get to know someone better? The following questions may help you.
10 key questions to break the ice
Maybe you are new in the office, on your first date or going on a first date. You may not know how to start the conversation, or you may feel awkward once you start talking. These questions can help lighten the load and move the conversation forward:
What would be the perfect vacation for you?
Have you watched any TV shows or movies lately that you would recommend?
What's a food you've tried but will never eat again?
What is your ideal plan for a weekend when you have nothing to do?
What is the last book or article you read and liked?
Have you ever won a contest or a prize?
If you could have dinner with anyone in the world throughout history, who would it be and why would you choose them?
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Which musician, living or dead, would you like to see perform live?
What is the most unpleasant joke you have ever heard?
