I think this is the ideal conversation starter and a refreshing spin on the daunting âhow have you been?â question. Itâs still casual enough that you donât feel like youâre reading index cards but can lead to tangents, possible mutual interests, and insights into a persons day to day life. Maybe theyâve started a new hobby or a good book or theyâre taking a class or they are like me and have become a total iPad baby to fill the long summer days. If someone says âugh just a lot workâ you could go in the âwhat do you wish you were doing instead?â direction and see where it leads. The best thing to pair with a conversation starter is genuine curiosity and intrigue no matter how mundane you may find the response to be. People are more willing to open up if you make them feel interesting.
How have you been spending your time lately?