Starting a new relationship can be exciting, but getting to know your partner is important too. Vanessa Hall suggests asking these 21 questions to help you learn more about your new love.
These questions can help you understand their preferences, dreams, and values, and make your relationship stronger.
- What do you do on your days off? This helps you plan fun activities together and see what they like to do when they’re not busy.
- What makes you happiest? Understanding what brings them joy can help you make them feel special.
- What’s your favorite color? This might seem small, but it can inspire thoughtful gifts, like a basket of their favorite color.
- Are you a dog or cat person? Knowing their preference for pets can help you understand their lifestyle and what kind of pets might be in your future.
- Are you close with your family? This can reveal a lot about their family dynamics and how important family is to them.
- If you could only eat one meal forever, what would it be? This helps you learn their favorite food, and you might even cook it for them.
- What are three things you can’t live without? Knowing their essentials can help you surprise them with thoughtful gifts.
- What’s your favorite movie? Sharing movie preferences can lead to cozy movie nights and fun conversations.
- How would you spend lottery winnings? This reveals their dreams and values, showing what they might prioritize with a lot of money.
- Do you want kids? It’s important to know early on if you both see eye-to-eye on having children.
- Where do you like to vacation? Knowing their ideal vacation spots can help you plan trips together.
- What music do you enjoy? Music can be a shared experience, and learning their taste can be a way to bond.
- Do you have any allergies? It’s practical to know, especially if you like to cook for them.
- What motivates you? Understanding what drives them can help you support their goals and ambitions.
- Do you have a favorite holiday? This can help you celebrate their special times in a meaningful way.
- What is your favorite childhood memory? Sharing memories can bring you closer and might inspire fun date ideas.
- Do you have a hobby? Knowing their hobbies helps you understand what they enjoy and might give you gift ideas related to their interests.
- What’s your favorite gift to give? This can give you insight into what they might like to receive as well.
- Do you know your love language? Understanding their love language—like words of affirmation or quality time—can help you show love in the way they appreciate most.
- What do you struggle with? Knowing their challenges can help you be supportive and understanding.
- What are your future goals? This helps you see how their aspirations align with yours and where you might fit into their plans.
Asking these questions can help you build a deeper connection and enjoy the honeymoon phase of your relationship even more.
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