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SPEAKİNG SPEAKINGGG
SPEAKİNG SPEAKINGGG
Don’t limit yourself to only deep or serious questions! These fun questions will
help him share stories and maybe even get you both laughing.
Up the cute factor and focus on the warm and fuzzies. Help release the happy
hormones by talking about good memories and positive emotions.
Early in your relationship, start asking serious questions to learn what he values
and believes. You don’t want to be 6 months into a relationship and suddenly
discover alpha females threaten him or that you regularly do things that get on
his nerves (he’s just never told you!).
120. What mistake have you made in a past relationship that you don’t
want to repeat?
121. Where do you see yourself settling down? / Will you be here long?
122. Are there any strong women in your life? How do you feel about
powerful/successful women?
123. Do you want children?
124. Does our age difference bother you? (If relevant)
125. What should never be joked about?
126. What does friendship mean to you?
127. How do you handle conflict?
128. Do you have children? If so, what does co-parenting look like for
you?
129. Who do you live with?
130. What’s your relationship like with your dad?
131. Are you single? Is there anyone out there who thinks you’re their
man?
132. Do you have any significant responsibilities?
133. What is something you’re working on to become a better person?
134. How are you? (Ask this question and mean it!)
135. What are the things you spend the most money on?
136. When you break up with someone, how do you do it?
137. If one of my friends flirted with you, would you tell me?
138. Have you ever broken the law?
139. Do you have a mentor? What is the most important lesson they
taught you?
140. Do you believe people should only date within their socio-
economic status?
141. Who do you think should pay for dates?
142. How do you feel about surprises? Do you like to be surprised?
143. Have you ever been married?
144. Have you ever been engaged?
145. What are you doing to care for the planet?
146. Do you have any serious allergies?
147. Have I ever made you feel cut down or belittled in front of people?
Are you dating someone from a different culture? That could be either religious,
ethnic, or even socio-economic. If so, you will have differing worldviews,
values, customs, and expectations. Ask him questions, but also ask him to teach
you, even when you don’t think to ask.
Some of these questions are more appropriate later in the relationship and may
be more or less relevant depending on the differences between your two
cultures.
148. Is there anything I should know about interacting with you in front
of your family?
149. Does your culture have a hierarchy?
150. What values are most important in your culture?
151. What’s your favorite faith tradition or cultural tradition in your
family?
152. What are the most critical parts of your culture that you want me to
know about?
153. What expectations will your family have for us?
154. How should I interact with your parents? What should I call them?
155. How can I show respect to your family?
156. What things might I do unintentionally that would offend you?
157. Can you teach me to eat a traditional meal without causing offense
or looking stupid?
158. Will I be expected to help prepare or clean up after a family meal?
159. Where should I stand/sit?
160. What should I do when I first meet your family?
161. What was it like growing up in your culture?
162. Is there hostility between our cultures? Do you ever feel that
hostility/prejudice from my friends or family? Will your family feel
hostility/prejudice towards me?
163. How do you want me to express when I disagree with you?
164. Are there parts of your culture that I shouldn’t try to assimilate
because it would be offensive?
165. Are there prayers I should or shouldn’t expect to take part in?
166. How can I say no to your family without offending them (e.g., if
they offer me food I don’t like, offer a gift that is offensive to my
culture/religious belief, etc.)
167. Do you celebrate holidays common to my culture? Do you
celebrate holidays common to your culture? Am I allowed to be a part
of those celebrations?
168. Are there any foods or drinks I should know about that are
restricted by your religion?
169. Can you teach me some basic phrases in your first language?
170. Can you teach me some basic phrases from the language your
family speaks?
171. Can you teach me to make your favorite ethnic food?
172. What food does your family typically make for sick people in your
culture? Can you teach me how to make it?
173. How can we make our traditions?
Talk openly about your feelings, your needs, and your expectations. Regarding
relational intimacy (physical or emotional), it’s essential to talk about it
beforehand.
Be clear on:
Expectations
Boundaries
From silly to serious, here are additional questions to keep the conversation
going.
These questions are suitable for a laugh and making fun icebreakers when
you’re on a date.
Healthy relationships are ones where both people are willing to explore and
understand the hurts and experiences of the other person. Instead of toxic
behavior patterns, learn how to support each other emotionally and develop
healthy communication.
If your boyfriend isn’t ready to talk about some of these things (such as adverse
childhood experiences), respect their boundaries, but let them know these
questions are essential and need discussion.
Texting is an excellent opportunity to talk about less serious things and engage
in witty banter. Be playful when you respond to his answers and use emojis so
he knows when you’re joking.
281. You can only rescue one thing from a 🔥. Your favorite 👞👞, this
week’s groceries, or your work laptop. These are your only options.
286. If you could only eat 🌭 or 🍔 for the rest of your life, which would
you choose?
287. This may be a deal-breaker, but what is your stance on the ever-
controversial subject… Pineapple on pizza? Yes or no?
288. What do you think is my favorite food?
289. What do you think would be my ideal date night?
290. What’s your favorite movie that I would be surprised you like?
291. What’s your favorite movie of all time?
292. What movie did you watch every chance you got when you were a
kid? 🧒
293. What makes you feel comfortable around someone?
294. Did anything weird or funny happen to you this week?
295. Tell me your worst dad joke!
296. I’m sorry your day was horrible. Is there anything I can do to
improve it? 😙
298. or 🌊?
chocolate? 🍫
305. What’s your favorite scent?
307. Do you have any plants? 🌱 What is the longest you’ve kept a plant
alive?
308. What can your friends always count on from you?
309. What is the longest time you’ve gone without taking a shower? 🛀
310. Are you a foodie? 🥐 What were the best tacos you ever ate? What
made them so unique?
Curious what he thinks about you? Just come right out and ask him! He might
not naturally offer this information, so help him express his feelings by asking
specific questions.