Cultivating genuine, fulfillingfriendshipstakes real work, though, and often it starts by simply asking questions.
Asking friends deep questions is important for developing a strong bond.
It is a healthy attribute of any relationship and can createemotional intimacy.
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Many of them should spark natural follow up questions and conversation.
It’s also important to first see to it that you would be comfortable answering the question yourself.
These kinds of questions could provoke some intriguing and enlighteningbut friendlyarguments.
These are some serious topics, so be prepared for things to get heavy.
But they probably feel the same about you!
What Topics Are Considered Deep?
It also has benefits of intellectual stimulation and increased positive emotions.
A 2021 study found that people felt more connected to others when having deep conversations versus shallow ones.
Create a space where one feels safe to share, make time, validate and establish rapport.
Ask questions about their values and perspective and actively listen without judgment.
The truth is that asking deep questions requires vulnerability from both parties.
But how do you get there to begin with?
Ask questions about their values and perspective and actively listen without judgment.
Remember, asking deep questions is a two-way street, meaning that theres give and take from both sides.
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