When you’re shy, it can be really hard to meet new people and make friends. I remember when I was younger, it was difficult to meet people each time I started a new school. Finally, I discovered the best way to get people to talk to you is to ask them a question. Psychologists say … Read more
Even outgoing kids sometimes get shy, especially in new situations. A great way to get kids to open up is to ask questions. Ice breaker questions for kids are great for starting conversations and helping kids get to know the people around them. When you think about icebreaker questions you don’t want to get too … Read more
Getting to know people can be difficult at first. Having a way to break the ice without having to reveal too much at the beginning is great for building self-confidence, especially in teenagers. Questions that have a specific answer are good to start with. They can be made more revealing over time by adding the … Read more
I remember playing general knowledge as a kid and thoroughly enjoying the moments when I got the answers correct. I felt an absolute sense of accomplishment (and I felt pretty grown up if I am being honest). With the holidays in full swing, I often overheard my niece telling her mother how bored she was. … Read more
Your work team scheduled a virtual meeting. You’re signed in and waiting as others gradually join in. It feels awkward as no one seems to know what to say. Then the mediator asks, “Who inspires you the most?” Suddenly, everyone in the room is excited about giving their answer. The tension dissolves, and everyone is … Read more
Just because you’re a couple doesn’t mean that conversation comes easily. Whether you’re newly dating or newlyweds, the last thing you want is for your partner to find you boring. Couple ice breaker questions can save the day! These can truly break the ice and get the conversation started, and make you look like you’re … Read more
Today’s kids have access to so much information and interactive games on cell phones, tablets, and smart TVs. While all of these things are important, and you need to keep up with the times, it’s also essential for children to learn how to ask and answer questions from other people. A local teacher was struggling … Read more
Being in a relationship is magical. But getting to know someone better lies at the center of that connection, and getting to know everything about your potential partner can be tricky. It’s not like people come with a built-in biography you can reference to find out about them. Instead, you need to ask this or … Read more
Are you looking for the right self-discovery questions to use as journal prompts? Journaling is one of the most powerful ways to understand yourself. It connects you to your inner core, helping you determine what you really want and what you actually need in life. One good way to do journaling right is by answering … Read more
Have you ever sat in a room by yourself and thought about the big questions of life? I know I have. I remember the tagline from the film, “Aliens”’ that read, “In space, no one can hear you scream.” It made me think, is space really silent? If so, why do we have sound on … Read more