30 questions to get to know someone more deeply — Calm Blog (2024)

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Clinically reviewed by Dr. Chris Mosunic, PhD, RD, CDCES, MBA

Explore personal questions to help you get to know someone and deepen your connection. Plus, learn how questions can be a tool to beat social anxiety.

Meeting new people can be exciting and opens up a world of deep conversation and shared experiences. But when it comes to forming a new connection, it can be tricky to move beyond the small talk to actually get to know someone.

One way to move past formality and dive deeper into friendship is by asking the right questions and taking time to listen to the response. It isn’t just about finding common hobbies or favorite foods — it’s about reaching the core of a person and discovering what makes them tick, what brings them joy, or how they’ve overcome challenges.

We’ll guide you through the kinds of questions that can help you get to know someone on a deeper level and make your interactions smoother and more meaningful.

How questions help ease social anxiety (as well as deepen connection) — and how to use them

Engaging with new people can sometimes stir up social anxiety. Having a set of questions handy when you walk into an event or first interaction with someone can feel empowering and ultimately help ease your discomfort.

Here are 11 tips for using questions to create a comfortable space for dialogue in anxiety inducing situations.

1. Prepare your questions

Have a list of questions in mind before heading into social settings. You don’t need many. Even a few questions can lead to long, enjoyable conversations.

2. Practice active listening

When you ask a question, listen to the answer with genuine interest. Active listening shows you care and want to understand the other person.

3. Show curiosity

If something sparks your interest during the conversation, ask more about it. Showing curiosity will not only help you learn more but also make the other person feel valued.

4. Stay open-minded

People may have different experiences and viewpoints. Keep an open mind when listening to their responses, and you may discover something new and intriguing.

5. Practice regularly

The more you practice asking questions and engaging in conversations, the more comfortable you’ll become. Over time, this practice can help reduce social anxiety.

6. Encourage reciprocity

Invite the other person to ask you questions, too. Engaging in a mutual exchange of ideas and experiences can be very enriching.

7. Try to focus on the positive

Maintain a positive attitude, and remember: every conversation is an opportunity to learn and grow.

8. Engage in self-reflection

Reflect on the conversations you have. What did you learn? How did it feel? Self-reflection can be a great way to work through social anxiety and improve your communication skills.

💙 Ease your anxiety Before a Social Engagement with this meditation from the Confidence series on Calm.

To help you deepen your new relationship, try asking questions that are designed to help you understand the other person's background, interests, and values.

10 essential questions to ask to get to know someone

Start with questions to help you discover the essence of the person. As you talk, you can gradually deepen the conversation, paving the way to more personal and profound topics.

  1. What childhood memory makes you smile?

  2. What drives you to get up every morning?

  3. How do you spend your free time?

  4. What are your hobbies and how did you get into them?

  5. What goal are you working toward right now?

  6. What subjects, current events, or causes are you passionate about?

  7. What’s your favorite way to unwind after a hectic day?

  8. If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be and why?

  9. What book or movie left a lasting impression on you?

  10. Who do you look up to, and why?

💙 Practice the art of mindful Listening in our Relationship with Others series to help you fully receive the answers someone is giving you.

10 personal questions to ask to better understand someone

After warming up with the essential questions above, you may feel ready to explore the more personal questions below, which can bring a new layer of understanding and empathy into your conversations. These questions aim to encourage others to share intimate experiences and emotions that can help to create a foundation for meaningful and lasting relationships.

  1. What’s an experience that significantly shaped who you are today?

  2. Who’s been the most influential person in your life?

  3. How do you navigate through difficult situations or conflicts?

  4. What fear have you overcome, or are you working to overcome?

  5. What insecurities, if any, are you willing to share?

  6. Tell me a cherished achievement, and what did it mean to you?

  7. How do you handle criticism, and do you use it for personal growth?

  8. What values are fundamental to you and why?

  9. What’s your definition of a fulfilling life?

  10. Is there a particular philosophy or mantra that guides your life decisions?

💙 Explore using mindful listening and thoughtful questions to facilitate Deeper Communication in the Daily Jay.

10 questions to ask to know someone on the deepest level

As your conversations progress, there may be an opportunity to venture into more profound topics. The questions below are designed to evoke thoughtful responses and encourage introspective dialogue.

They can be enlightening, helping both you and the person you're engaging with to explore life's broader themes together. They’re not just questions to ask to get to know someone — they’re prompts to explore the human experience.

  1. What does happiness mean to you, and how do you pursue it?

  2. How do you define success in life?

  3. What core values guide your actions and decisions?

  4. Do you have a personal philosophy that shapes your outlook on life?

  5. What do you think the purpose of life is?

  6. How important is family to you?

  7. What steps do you take for personal growth and self-improvement?

  8. How do you handle life’s uncertainties and challenges?

  9. What important lessons has life taught you?

  10. How do you look after yourself when you face adversities?

💙 Explore the importance of Real Connection in our relationships during the Daily Calm.

Questions to ask to get to know someone FAQs

What are 20 questions to ask to get to know someone?

Getting to know someone can be an exciting journey. Try these 20 questions to spark meaningful conversations to help you get to know someone in a fun and friendly way.

  1. What’s your favorite way to spend a weekend?

  2. Do you enjoy what you do for a living?

  3. What’s a book that you’d recommend?

  4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?

  5. What’s your dream job?

  6. Do you have any pets?

  7. What’s your favorite type of cuisine?

  8. Do you have any siblings?

  9. What kind of music do you enjoy?

  10. Where have you always wanted to travel to?

  11. How do you stay active and healthy?

  12. What’s a skill you’re proud of?

  13. Do you enjoy spending time outdoors?

  14. What’s your idea of a perfect vacation?

  15. Do you have any favorite TV shows or movies?

  16. What do you wish you had more time to do?

  17. What’s a cause you feel strongly about?

  18. How do you like to stay updated on current events?

  19. Is there a hobby you’ve always wanted to try?

  20. What’s something you love learning about?

What's a deep question to ask someone?

A deep question is one that invites people to share their core values and what truly matters to them. An example of a deep question could be: “What do you think is the most important thing in life, and why?”

What are 5 powerful questions?

Five powerful questions that can evoke reflection and meaningful discussions are:

  1. What drives you to do what you do?

  2. When you’re faced with challenges, how do you overcome them?

  3. Is there a moment in life that transformed you?

  4. What do you believe in that others might not?

  5. What does fulfillment mean to you?

These questions challenge people to delve into their motivations, experiences, and beliefs to foster a more meaningful conversation.

What to ask someone you like?

When you like someone, you might want to know more about their life and interests. Here are a few questions to ask someone your interested in:

  • What activities do you enjoy during your free time?

  • Are there any books, movies, or music you've been into lately?

  • Do you enjoy traveling? If so, what’s been your favorite place so far?

  • What’s your idea of a great weekend?

  • How do you feel about adventures or trying new things?

These questions are light, fun, and open-ended, which can help make the conversation enjoyable and natural.

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What do you find difficult about sleep?

Falling asleepStaying asleepRestless sleepWaking upSomething else

`; // Replace with actual HTML content var snippetHTML2 = `

How does stress show up for you?

AnxietyOverwhelmIrritationAvoidanceAll or none of the above

`; // Replace with actual HTML content var snippetHTML3 = `

How often do you meditate?

RegularlySometimesRarelyNever

`; // Replace with actual HTML content // Function to append HTML and add close functionality function appendHtmlAndAddCloseFunctionality(htmlSnippet, targetClass) { var targetElement = document.querySelector(targetClass); if (targetElement) { targetElement.insertAdjacentHTML('beforebegin', htmlSnippet); var closeButton = targetElement.previousElementSibling.querySelector('.quiz-close'); if (closeButton) { closeButton.addEventListener('click', function(event) { event.preventDefault(); targetElement.previousElementSibling.remove(); }); } } } // Append snippet 1 if (allowedUrlsSnippet1.includes(currentPath)) { appendHtmlAndAddCloseFunctionality(snippetHTML1, '.content'); } else if (allowedUrlsSnippet2.includes(currentPath)) { appendHtmlAndAddCloseFunctionality(snippetHTML2, '.content'); } else if (allowedUrlsSnippet3.includes(currentPath)) { appendHtmlAndAddCloseFunctionality(snippetHTML3, '.content'); } else if (currentPath.includes('journey-redirect')) { let meta = document.createElement('meta') meta.name = 'robots' meta.content = 'noindex' document.head.appendChild(meta) return } else { appendHtmlAndAddCloseFunctionality(snippetHTML2, '.content') }}); // Quiz Flow Tracking Codedocument.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { // Function to extract a specific part of the URL slug function getSlugPart() { var path = window.location.pathname; // Get the pathname of the URL var slug = path.split('/').pop(); // Split the pathname by '/' and get the last part return slug || 'Unknown'; // Return the slug part or 'Unknown' if it's not available } // Function to set UTM parameters on elements with the class 'quiz-link' function setUTMParameters() { var slugPart = getSlugPart(); // Get the specific part of the slug var quizLinks = document.querySelectorAll('.quiz-link'); // Select all elements with the class 'quiz-link' quizLinks.forEach(function(link) { var originalUrl = link.href; var utmParameters = `utm_source=blog&utm_campaign=${encodeURIComponent(slugPart)}&utm_medium=organic`; // UTM parameters with the slug part var separator = originalUrl.includes('?') ? '&' : '?'; // Determine if we need to start with '?' or append with '&' link.href = `${originalUrl}${separator}${utmParameters}`; // Append UTM parameters to the URL }); } setUTMParameters(); // Execute the function when the page loads});document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { let cutoffBtn const currentPath = window.location.pathname const eventProperties = { page_name: currentPath, calm_user_id: null } const allowedUrls = [] if (allowedUrls.includes(currentPath)) { // Article cutoff const contentWrapperRow = document.querySelector('.blog-item-content .sqs-row'); const contentWrapperCol = contentWrapperRow.querySelector('.sqs-col-12'); const cutoffBtnHtml = `

` if (contentWrapperRow && contentWrapperCol) { contentWrapperCol.classList.add('cutoff') contentWrapperRow.insertAdjacentHTML('beforeend', cutoffBtnHtml); cutoffBtn = contentWrapperRow.querySelector('.cutoff__btn__btn'); cutoffBtn.addEventListener('click', () => { contentWrapperCol.classList.remove('cutoff') cutoffBtn.parentElement.remove() if (typeof amplitude != 'undefined') { amplitude.track('Blog : Continue Reading : Clicked', eventProperties); } }) } } // Paragraphs seen, continue reading button seen const paras = document.querySelectorAll('.blog-item-content p'); const pFirst = paras[0] const pMiddle = paras[Math.round(paras.length / 2)] const pLast = paras[paras.length - 2] const eventStops = { first: false, middle: false, last: false, cutoff: false } function throttle(fn, wait) { var time = Date.now(); return function() { if ((time + wait - Date.now()) < 0) { fn(); time = Date.now(); } } } function isInViewport(element, eventKey) { if (element) { var bounding = element.getBoundingClientRect(); if ( bounding.top >= 0 && bounding.left >= 0 && bounding.right <= (window.innerWidth || document.documentElement.clientWidth) && bounding.bottom <= (window.innerHeight || document.documentElement.clientHeight) && !eventStops[eventKey] ) { eventStops[eventKey] = true return true; } } } const sendEvents = order => { if (order === 'cutoff') { dataLayer.push({'event': 'continue_reading_seen'}) if (typeof amplitude != 'undefined') amplitude.track('Blog : Continue Reading : Seen', eventProperties); } else { dataLayer.push({'event': `${order}_paragraph`}) if (typeof amplitude != 'undefined') amplitude.track(`Blog : Article Scroll : ${capitalizeFirstLetter(order)} Paragraph`, eventProperties); } } const checkParaSendEvent = () => { if (isInViewport(pFirst, 'first')) sendEvents('first'); if (isInViewport(pMiddle, 'middle')) sendEvents('middle'); if (isInViewport(pLast, 'last')) sendEvents('last'); if (isInViewport(cutoffBtn, 'cutoff')) sendEvents('cutoff') } const capitalizeFirstLetter = (string) => { return string.charAt(0).toUpperCase() + string.slice(1); } window.addEventListener('scroll', throttle(checkParaSendEvent, 150)) // App audio track CTAs const sleepUrls = ['/blog/vivid-dreams'] const sleepAudioHtml = `

5 tools you need to sleep better tonight

  • Improve your sleep with these science-backed tips
  • From neuroscientist and sleep expert, Dr. Matthew Walker
  • Bite-sized audio lessons for long-term results

Sleep Better

Easy Tips for Better Sleep

30 questions to get to know someone more deeply — Calm Blog (13)

Dr. Mathew Walker
Neuroscientist and Sleep Expert

  • Don't Try, and Don't Worry! 4 min
  • Your Sleep Type 5 min
  • Sleep and Your Mood 4 min
  • Your Sleep Environment 4 min
  • Sleeping with Your Phone 4 min

` if (sleepUrls.includes(currentPath)) { const ctaToReplace = document.querySelectorAll('img[src*="try-calm-for-free.png"]')[0] if (ctaToReplace) { let ctaToReplaceWrapper = ctaToReplace.closest('.sqs-row') if (ctaToReplaceWrapper) { ctaToReplaceWrapper.insertAdjacentHTML('beforebegin', sleepAudioHtml) ctaToReplaceWrapper.remove() } } }})

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30 questions to get to know someone more deeply — Calm Blog? ›

Deep questions to ask friends. What's been on your heart and mind recently? What are your current priorities in this season of your life, and why? How would you like people to experience you?

What questions to ask to get to know someone deeply? ›

Deep Questions to Ask Someone
  • What's your favorite quality about yourself? ...
  • What is something that makes you feel unstoppable?
  • What three words would you use to describe yourself?
  • Would you call yourself brave?
  • When do you feel the safest?
  • What's your favorite childhood memory?
  • What's your biggest life regret so far?
Jul 31, 2023

What is a super deep question? ›

Deep questions to ask friends. What's been on your heart and mind recently? What are your current priorities in this season of your life, and why? How would you like people to experience you?

What are some deep open-ended questions? ›

10 Conversation Starters That Can Help You Get to Know Someone Better
  • What do you consider your best quality?
  • What's one thing you can't live without?
  • Who are your role models?
  • Which is your favorite movie and why?
  • Which song best represents your life?
  • What is your healthiest habit?
  • What is your worst habit?
Jun 28, 2023

What are 50 questions to ask someone? ›

Here's a list of 50 questions you can start asking
  • What was your favorite moment thus far today?
  • What brings you in a good mood?
  • Describe to a 6-year old what you do in life?
  • What are 3 words that describe you best?
  • What always makes you smile?
  • How do you contribute to a better society?
Jan 25, 2018

What are thin thick deep questions? ›

Deep thinking questions, or as we call them, thick questions, may be more difficult to answer and will need much more thought to answer! Quick questions are thin, and deep-thinking questions are thick! See the differences between the two types of questions in the chart to the right.

What are 20 questions to ask someone? ›

Questions to ask to get to know someone FAQs
  • What's your favorite way to spend a weekend?
  • Do you enjoy what you do for a living?
  • What's a book that you'd recommend?
  • Are you a morning person or a night owl?
  • What's your dream job?
  • Do you have any pets?
  • What's your favorite type of cuisine?
  • Do you have any siblings?
Dec 7, 2023

What are the top five powerful questions? ›

5 Powerful Questions Every People Manager Needs to Know and Use
  • What do you think? Not rocket science is it? ...
  • What makes you think this? ...
  • Can you tell me more? ...
  • How can I support you with this? ...
  • What do you think are the next steps?

What are the three ultimate questions? ›

Here are the three ultimate questions of old philosophy. Who am I? Where do I come from? Where am I going?

What are extremely personal questions? ›

Here are some of the best questions to get to know others personally:
  • Is there anything you dislike in your work life?
  • Do you have any pet peeves?
  • What was your dream job as a child?
  • If you could have dinner with anyone, who's one person you'd go with?
  • Do you have a favorite childhood memory?

What are some intense questions? ›

More Deep Questions
  • What is the most difficult thing you've ever apologized for?
  • ​How do you define work-life balance?
  • What is one thing that gives you a sense of awe?
  • Have you ever lost yourself? ...
  • Have you ever felt helpless or hopeless? ...
  • What gives you a sense of inner peace?
  • What makes you feel overwhelmed?

What are some deep relationship questions? ›

Deep questions to ask your romantic partner
  • What is your biggest dream or aspiration?
  • What motivates you to pursue your goals?
  • What is your favorite way to practice self-care?
  • What is something you've always wanted to learn or try?
  • What is your favorite quality about yourself?
Apr 17, 2023

What are good 21 questions? ›

GOOD 21 QUESTIONS TO ASK A GIRL OR GUY
  • What are five words you would use to describe yourself?
  • What are five words you think other people would use to describe you?
  • What is your dream vacation?
  • If you could have a house by the ocean or in the mountains, which would you choose?
  • What does your dream house look like?

What are the famous 36 questions? ›

The 36 Questions: A Breakdown
  • Given the choice of anyone in the world, whom would you want as a dinner guest?
  • Would you like to be famous? ...
  • Before making a telephone call, do you ever rehearse what you are going to say? ...
  • What would constitute a "perfect" day for you?
  • When did you last sing to yourself?
Feb 12, 2024

What is 20 questions dating? ›

The game is pretty simple. Just create a list of twenty questions, and ask your crush one question at a time. The game can be one-sided, or you and your crush can take turns asking each other the same questions from the list (either popcorn style or each person asking the other the twenty questions straight through).

What are some powerful questions to ask someone? ›

Deep questions to get to know someone better
  • Do you ever feel lonely?
  • Is there anything you're afraid you won't accomplish?
  • What's your biggest fear?
  • Is how you define success different today than it was when you were younger?
  • What's the most meaningful relationship you've ever had?

How do you ask deep emotional questions? ›

The big list of deep questions
  1. What were your first words as a child?
  2. What did you like the most about where you grew up? ...
  3. Who was your childhood hero? ...
  4. What or who has influenced your life decisions the most?
  5. How have you changed from when you were in high school?
  6. What did you dream about being when you grew up?
Mar 28, 2022

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