From pizza to politics, from fashion to fitness, everyone has an opinion on something. Throughout your life, you collect knowledge, information and experience – you’re even doing that right now! And when it comes time to share your opinion, you have a great opportunity to express yourself and start a conversation. But if you do …
Deep Questions and Conversation Topics My hand propped up my face as I sat at the table, a candle flickering between me and my date. If I looked at just the right angle, his head looked like it was going up in flames. Soon, I realized I was staring at the fire and had completely …
In past generations, educated people developed stronger communication skills that are commonly used today as essential talents for surviving in a world where all social and business interactions were highly personal. Letters took days or weeks to arrive, and newspapers and magazines discussed events that were often days or weeks behind what was happening in the …
The pickup line has changed considerably since Victorian times. “Please may I sit on this fence and watch you go by?” or “I shall risk the valor of all men to simply look into your eyes,” likely won’t cut it in the modern dating world. And though most women don’t respond well to straight up honesty …
The real deal about how to have a great conversation on your first date (or in any other harrowing situation) is here. If you want to know how to blow her (or him) away with your wordsmithing skills even if you are painfully shy, and profoundly introverted, read on. The “interesting conversation” suggestions you’ve been …
Isn’t it a wonderful feeling when everything comes together and finally makes sense? I find this to be especially true when it comes to understanding yourself; I’m all about a strong Eureka moment! And if you’re an empath, it can be all the more meaningful – you’ll see why in a minute! But, what is …
A Zen master would tell you a few things about making friends. He or she wouldn’t just serve up wisdom about how to make friends and be successful in relationships, though. Let’s explore the world of Zen koan. In the tradition of Zen, a Zen master will often offer a koan, that is a mental …
Did you know that one of the best ways to get along with other people is to actually do something all by yourself? It’s true, and if you know how to meditate, you’re much more likely to improve your relationships. And while it might seem strange that meditation can help you shine in your social interactions, …
We need to pay attention to self disclosure in relationships. There are things you should say at the start of a relationship, and things you shouldn’t. What you tell a guy about yourself can make or break a relationship, especially in the early days. Communication starts at hello, and while there are appropriate things to tell someone …
What are personal values? Personal values, in simple terms, are our own code of conduct, the innermost values that determine our behaviour in day to day life. The values which matter the most to us. And the thing is, if we don’t stick to our own values, if we don’t live by those values which …
