It’s pretty safe to say that breaking the ice with your teenagers is not the easiest thing to do. Despite the fact they’re your own kids, talking to them isn’t that easy at all. As teenagers are constantly going through changes, they are fastly developing into their own person, with their own style, thoughts, and views. This is why keeping up good conversations with your teenagers is so important. So, if you’re looking for some great conversation starters for teens, you’ve come to the right place…
The Best Conversation Starters for Teens
Let’s take a look at some of the steps you need to take in order to effectively start conversations with your teens:
Start Off With Small Talk
When it comes to getting to know your teenager, it’s great to start with easygoing small talk. This will help you both to ease into a great conversation down the line.
Choose a Relaxed Environment
More often than not, a chilled space to chat with your teenager can directly impact how smooth things go. Aim for a calming environment where you can clearly listen to each other.
Bring Up Unique Topics
The more you get to know your teenager, the more like you’ll be able to discuss interesting and unique topics. When humans feel passionate about a topic, we tend to speak more openly – which is ideal if you’re looking for good conversation starters for teens.
Don’t Hold Back on the Personal Questions
As a parent, you may want to avoid getting too personal with your teen through fear of freaking them out. Our advice is to test the waters and through trial and error, figure out which personal topics are approachable – or not.
Share Yourself, Too
Getting to know anyone – let alone your teen – is a two-way street. Therefore, you should be prepared to share pieces of yourself that are personal to you, too. Your teenager will appreciate the openness and you’ll find better conversation flowing between the two of you far more easily.
Looking for the best casual conversation starters for any occasion? Check out these
Easygoing Conversation Starters for Teens
- If you could be brilliant in one subject, which would you choose?
- Where is the strangest place you have fallen asleep?
- What show on Netflix did you binge watch embarrassingly fast?
- What is your hidden talent?
- What’s your favorite dish and what memories do you associate with it?
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Thought-Provoking Conversation Starters for Teens
6. What have you stopped doing, even though you enjoyed it?
7. What concerns you about the next generation?
8. Would you rather be able to fly or read minds?
9. What traditional gender roles do you disagree with?
10. What’s on your bucket list?
Personal Conversation Starters for Teens
11. What business would you like to start?
12. What technology scares you?
13. How do you manage stress?
14. What do you miss about childhood?
15. What is the best advice you ever received?
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Past and Future Conversation Starters for Teens
16. What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done?
17. If you didn’t have to worry about money what would you do with your life?
18. What one fear would you like to conquer?
19. What one goal do you hope to accomplish this year?
20. Would you rather give your past-self advice or ask your future-self a question?
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The Ultimate Conversation Starter for Teens
21. Show me your favorite dance move.
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Until Next Time…
Well, there we have it! The best conversation starters for teens – fit for any kind of teenager! We know how hard it can be to connect with your kids after a certain age, but with these handy tips, we think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by how great your conversations turn out.
With love, Cotier xo
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