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Starting a conversation with someone you secretly admire might seem daunting at first, but you've already done it! Now, the key is to keep the dialogue flowing. Maintaining a conversation with your crush isn't as hard as you might think, especially when you have a list of tips and questions to refer to. To assist you, we've compiled the most effective ways to keep the conversation going naturally.
Steps
Ask open-ended questions.
Your crush will have to give longer answers instead of just 'yes' or 'no' when you ask open-ended questions. Think of it like an essay question on a test. What can you ask to get them to share detailed responses? Stick to questions starting with 'who', 'what', 'when', 'where', 'why', and 'how' to keep the conversation going.
- 'Who do you admire the most?'
- 'What do you like to do in your free time? I enjoy dancing.'
- 'When did you start learning guitar?'
- 'What's your favorite place on Earth? I love anywhere with sunshine.'
- 'Why do you love pizza so much?'
- 'How did you get into sports?'
Follow up on previous questions with additional ones.
This shows that you're paying attention to the conversation and sparks their interest. The best way to do this is to expand on what they just said and pick something you're curious about. Here are some examples:
- 'That sounds fun! How did your passion for that start?'
- 'That's cool. What do you plan to do after you get your degree?'
- 'Oh no, that's tough. Did anyone help you out?'
- 'Sounds like you had a wild day! Was everything chaotic?'
Show your humorous side by sending them a meme.
Laughter is a powerful tool to break the ice. If you're unsure how to start the conversation, send a meme or a GIF to let them know how you're feeling. This can spark an exchange of memes that will have both of you laughing, making the conversation relaxed and fun.
- Send a funny meme from a TV show you're both watching.
- Share a meme featuring an animal they love.
- Show them your favorite meme.
Tell a funny story to show them your humorous side.
Make them laugh to keep them interested in continuing the conversation. Whether it's a funny story from your life or something you saw online, just share it with them! Add a bit of drama or exaggerate slightly to keep the conversation from ending too soon.
- 'What happened at the store yesterday made me want to disappear!'
- 'Did I tell you about the hilarious scene I witnessed last week?'
- 'You won't believe what I did as a kid to make everyone laugh!'
Share a funny video.
Your favorite video can spark a longer conversation. Everyone has a clip that makes them giggle every time they watch it – just thinking about it brings a smile. If words are running out, pull out your phone and send them a funny video you love. Maybe they haven't seen a cat scared of a cucumber or a baby being so daring. Even if they've seen it before, chatting about it will keep them engaged and the conversation flowing.
- 'Have you seen this video? It's my favorite.'
- 'You have to watch this video. It's hilarious!'
- 'This one is so funny. Trust me!'
Tell them about your interests.
Talking about yourself is another way to keep the conversation going. If you're unsure what to ask next and worry the conversation might end soon, share something about your day, hobbies, or interests. You can tell stories that let them get to know you a little better. Small anecdotes about yourself can inspire the next topic.
- 'Have you watched WandaVision yet? I'm obsessed!'
- 'You won't believe the crazy thing that happened today.'
- 'Last night, I made an amazing pasta dish. You'd love it!'
- 'I started a new painting today. Want to see it?'
Confidently compliment your crush.
Sweet compliments can make the person you secretly admire more interested in the conversation. This way, they'll know you like them without you having to confess. They might thank you or even compliment you back. Be brave and keep the conversation going – you've got this!
- 'Where did you get your haircut? It looks great!'
- 'Has anyone told you that you have a captivating smile?'
- 'I love your shirt! Where did you buy it?'
Play 'Would You Rather?' with them.
Break the awkward silence with a choice-based game. 'Would You Rather?' is a fantastic way to keep the conversation flowing because both of you will have to explain your choices. When you need a quick way to keep the chat going, try these questions:
- 'If you had to choose, would you drink Coca-Cola or Pepsi for the rest of your life?'
- 'Would you rather be extremely lucky or extremely smart?'
- 'If you could have one superpower, would you choose invisibility or the ability to fly?'
Ask about their favorite movies.
The person you secretly admire will have a chance to share their likes, making the conversation lively. Discovering someone's favorite movies can reveal a lot about them, and it's a fantastic way to spark a friendly debate. Whether your tastes differ or they've seen a film you haven't, this approach enriches the dialogue, as everyone enjoys promoting their favorite movies.
Ease their comfort with a light-hearted joke.
Feeling nervous while talking to someone you care about is completely normal! They mean a lot to you, and you'd do anything to keep them engaged. If you hit an awkward silence, try breaking it with a joke. Maybe you both enjoy folk humor or are good at riddles, but you won't know until you try! Here are a few examples:
Kindly inquire about their day.
Ask them about their day to keep the conversation flowing. This not only makes them happy but also encourages them to talk to you. Genuine interest fosters the strongest connections, so let the person you admire know they can share anything with you.
Switch topics if the conversation starts to feel dull.
Shift to a different subject to refresh the conversation if you sense the current topic is reaching a dead end. Letting the conversation flow naturally is great, but sometimes a slight redirection can keep it from ending too soon. You can pivot to a related topic or make a complete 180-degree turn to something entirely different! There are no strict rules here—just remember what the other person has mentioned and expand from there.
