Dating Intentionally 84. Conversation tips to make you a better dater with Topaz Adizes of The Skin Deep
Jul 5, 2024
Topaz Adizes, an Emmy-winning writer and founder of The Skin Deep, shares insights on fostering deeper conversations in dating. He emphasizes the importance of asking meaningful questions that invite openness and vulnerability. Topaz also discusses how to approach dating with intention, turning awkward silences into opportunities for connection, and the impact of dating apps on our experiences. He provides practical tips for crafting better questions and stresses the value of deep listening for building trust and empathy.
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Listening Deserves Equal Screen Time
- Listening is as important as speaking and deserves equal focus in conversation design.
- The Skin Deep films both participants equally to demonstrate that deep listening transforms dialogue.
Start With Intention, Not An Agenda
- Begin dates with an intention, not an agenda, to invite genuine connection rather than performance.
- Use rituals (like a card game or agreed-to conversation) to create that open space without forcing an outcome.
The Question You Ask Shapes Your Experience
- People sense an agenda and protect themselves; presence invites the heart to connect.
- Changing the question you answer changes your emotional experience on a date.
