If you’re a conversationalist, you know that even in the best relationships, whether it’s with a partner or friend, you might get the feeling that you know everything there is to know about that ...

Starting a deep conversation might sound daunting, especially when superficial chit-chat seems to dominate our social interactions. But if you're looking to explore meaningful topics and cultivate ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Jumping into deep conversation with your partner can be a special kind of intimidating, but it can also ...

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy for couples to fall into the routine of surface-level interactions. Quick exchanges about schedules, chores and daily tasks can dominate conversations ...

Research shows that deep and meaningful conversations promote social connection, yet “small talk” is the norm in most social interactions. Only about a third of our conversations involve an exchange ...

This post is co-authored with Dr. Jaime Kurtz. If you’re having a conversation with a new acquaintance, and you want them to like you, should you do more listening than speaking? Or should you do most ...

I’ve been in college for a little over a month, and I’ve had the same talk almost 100 times. I don’t think I can remember a single person’s name from those conversations. Although every good ...