We’ve all been there. Sitting over a salad, struggling to find a way to start a conversation with something other than: “This is delicious, how’s yours?”.
The very premise of a first date – with its nerves and anticipation – can sometimes thwart even the most competent conversationalist. So, if the chat is lagging, don’t necessarily assume there’s no chemistry.
Instead, use these questions to stimulate conversation.
- What makes you smile in life?
- Who was your first crush?
- How would you spend £10 million?
- What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever done?
- Will you put iTunes on shuffle and show me the first 6 songs?
- What’s the best present you’ve ever given someone?
- Where would you most like to travel to?
- What are your food likes and dislikes?
- What book or movie has made the greatest impression on you?
- How was your day?
We’re not suggesting that you fire these out like an interrogator demanding answers. Hopefully one or two will start off a conversation that then flows naturally.
Remember to listen to the replies, they may come in useful. After all, who’s to say there isn’t a lottery win in your future?
It’s also a good idea to have your own answers ready if the question is turned back to you.
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