Ask This Question to End Awkward Small Talk and Make a Real Connection.
Small talk is one of those things that no one likes, but everyone should do. Kalina Silverman decided to abandon tradition and dive into the big question instead. This is one of the most effective ways to relieve small talk discomfort .
Instead of talking about the weather, Silverman posed one question that has an answer:
What do you want to do before you die?
Yes, it takes you out of your comfort zone , but that’s the whole point. Small talk is inconvenient because it is inconvenient for both parties. Instead, if you ask a serious question that requires a thoughtful answer, the ice breaks and the conversation becomes more real.
Silverman experimented by asking this question to several people. To her surprise, everyone was ready to talk about it in detail. It’s personal enough, but not overly personal, and you can also appreciate the other person’s interests more clearly. It’s a little weird, but effective.