Whats the best way to get to know your partner?
Some hard-hitting questions for yourselfand your significant other.
Now, whats the best way to get to know them better?
(No, itsnotby going through their entire social media history.)
Dont be afraid of an ick feeling, says Gilliland.
Instead, get curious about your reaction and explore it.
licensed clinical psychologist and executive director of Innovation360
What has the other person already shared with you?
Timing is so important, but its not a formula, its a feel, says Gilliland.
Youre learning how to communicate with one another about matters big and small.
Partnership involves work and sacrifice, so discussing those elements is a good idea.
If you want to do whatever you want to do, dont be in a relationship, Gilliland says.
But if you do, what you give up pales in comparison to doing life with someone.
licensed clinical psychologist and executive director of Innovation360
you might discuss those sacrifices to better understand what your partner needs to be happy.
But this is something you’re free to discuss too, he says.
What about time together (versus time alone)?
What are your core values and beliefs?
Couples can share beliefs and values but may not necessarily vote the same way, Gilliland says.
The important thing is to listen openly to what the person feels.
You wont get through all of these questions in one conversation.
It could take months of dating or even years.
If only going through this list ensured a happy-ever-after relationship!
But these 40 questions are just to get you started.
The important thing is developing the ability to communicate and talk about difficult things.
That skill will help you through anything you encounter as a couple in the future.
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