Sage-Tips

How do I tell someone I need a deep conversation?

How To Have Deep Conversations (With Examples)

1. Start with small talk and gradually go deeper.
2. Choose relaxed, intimate environments.
3. Bring up a deep subject that interests you.
4. Find like-minded people.
5. Ask a personal question about the subject.
6. Share something about yourself.
7. Ask follow-up questions.

How do you have a meaningful conversation with someone?

What to do

1. Recognise small talk as a necessary first step. To improve your conversations, don’t dismiss small talk altogether.
2. Ask better questions.
3. Listen to the answers.
4. Be willing to share something about yourself.
5. Come ready to learn.
6. Be prepared to give and take.

What counts as a meaningful conversation?

A meaningful conversation is one that has a purpose, but also, affords the participants the freedom to express themselves. It’s the sweet spot between rigidly following a plan and mindlessly talking about whatever. Of course, how the conversation unfolds depends on everyone involved, not just you.

How do you have intellectually stimulating conversations?

1. Know that you can’t have intellectual conversations with everyone.
2. Read books and watch documentaries about intellectual topics.
3. Join a philosophy group.
4. Mention things that interest you and see what resonates with people.
5. Ask the right questions to figure out what someone is interested in.

Why do I crave deep conversation?

For sensitive people, the types of connections we make can either feed us or drain us. Deep conversations feed my soul. If you can relate, you might be a highly sensitive person (HSP) — someone who processes all information more deeply and, for that reason, often craves deeper connection.

What are deep conversations like?

For me, a “deep conversation” is someone I’m interested in learning more about, and I’m so wrapped up in their story that I want to know more. Or, if we are discussing something and we each know the topic, and can just banter back and forth.

How do you stimulate someone mentally?

But mental stimulation can also be done alone. Reading, writing, listening to the radio and music, as well as completing puzzles and games can keep your loved one’s brain active. The possibilities here are large and the benefits significant.

How do you get below surface level conversation?

Read on to see the best of what we uncovered.

1. Have some ‘deep’ conversation starters on hand.
2. Ask questions about topics the other person is interested in.
3. Find out what makes the other person special.
4. Avoid discussing the weather.
5. Assume the other person has deep thoughts.
6. Don’t push people to see your perspective.