Studies show that reminiscing about the past with young kids helps their social-emotional development as they get older. When ...

A recent Gallup poll found that 80 percent of adults believe Americans are greatly divided on the most important values, a record high. That’s not great for the prospect of congenial conversation at ...

Whether you're at a dinner party, networking event, or just meeting someone new, having conversation starters in your back pocket can mean the difference between a memorable interaction and another ...

1. What drew someone to their work, and what they love most about it now. Telling someone that you’d “love to hear” about this comes across as instantly classy and kind. It’s a portrayal of curiosity ...

As Rich has shown me, a good conversation can make you feel alive. It can stave off loneliness and brighten your mood in ways ...

We all know Thanksgiving is infamous for its dull, predictable, and surface level conversations. The topics never seem to drift towards anything interesting like politics, your cousin’s sexuality, or ...

My mother-in-law enjoys hosting dinner parties with guests who can engage in stimulating conversation. I recall one statement that she made over thirty years ago that still intrigues me. "He's a great ...

Conversation is the most commonly occurring type of oral discourse. It is profoundly important in many areas of our lives – romantic relationships, work, business, and casual interactions with ...

Communication is the key to a healthy relationship, and it is one of the main causes of many breakups. The moment you stop having open conversations as a couple, things start to go wrong. No matter ...