Awkward silences are the worst! Try these simple, therapist-approved tips for holding up your end of a conversation. How to ...

Ask open-ended questions to keep the conversation going. Share a fun story to make the talk interesting and help others share ...

As humans, we’re talking to each other constantly. With all that practice, we must be pretty good at it—right? Not exactly. As a professor at Harvard Business School and author of Talk: The Science of ...

Dear Annie: Finding topics of conversation can often be difficult during long visits. Since “Grinding My Teeth” feels that this may be the last time she and her husband will visit with these in-laws, ...

In a world that glorifies extroverted ideals, navigating social landscapes can feel like a tightrope walk for introverts. Yet, meaningful conversations don't always have to drain your energy or feel ...

Many people think they know what they are looking for in a first date, and sometimes they are right. Sure, attractiveness is important, especially at the beginning of a relationship. That is why both ...

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 ...