Vanessa Van Edwards

5 Questions Every Couple Should Ask

Vanessa Van Edwards

Summary

Marketers are increasingly voicing concerns about "bull spend," a term used to describe advertising expenditures that appear effective until scrutinized by financial officers. This phenomenon is highlighted in discussions about the importance of focusing on meaningful metrics rather than superficial ones that do not translate into genuine brand growth.

In a related conversation, Vanessa Van Edwards, author of "Human Lie Detection and Body Language 101," introduces a set of 36 questions designed to deepen intimacy in relationships. She explains that many couples often engage in repetitive small talk, which can hinder deeper connections. The questions are structured to explore three levels of intimacy: general traits, personal concerns, and self-narratives, encouraging individuals to share more profound aspects of their lives and values.

Van Edwards emphasizes the role of vulnerability in these conversations, suggesting that the most impactful discussions arise when individuals are open and honest about their experiences. She shares several example questions, such as what one would change about their upbringing and what their greatest accomplishment is, to illustrate how these inquiries can lead to significant insights and foster stronger bonds between partners and friends.

Show Notes

In any relationship, we fall into the same discussions over and over again like what are we having for dinner and what's the weekend plan and so on. I want to talk about how do you leave that sort of questions you talk about all the time and get to deeper levels of intimacy. Dig deeper into your relationship and you will find some deep questions to ask a girl or your boyfriend. Watch the video and learn the five questions every couple should ask. Want more details on the 36 questions to ask to know your partner better?https://www.scienceofpeople.com/deep-questions/In this video:0:00 Intro0:35 Levels of intimacy0:47 Level 1: General traits0:55 Level 2: Personal concerns1:11 Level 3: Self narrative1:48 Vulnerability2:27 About the questions3:18 Question #1: Dinner guest4:06 Question #2: Childhood5:00 Question #3: Quality or ability5:47 Question #4: Dreams7:03 Question #5: Accomplishment******If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WRPeople School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. If you want to learn how to rapidly build trust, spark excitement, develop meaningful connections, stand out from your peers, and finally achieve all of the things you know you’re capable of, People School was created for you.With 12 modules – each one built around a unique human behavior law – People School is the only science-based training program that provides you with actionable lessons to learn the skills you need to succeed.Step-by-step, People School will teach you how to create authentic and meaningful connections with anyone… and accelerate your success. People School has already helped thousands of smart, driven, people from all over the world go from feeling “stuck” to leapfrogging their peers, landing clients, and becoming top performers at places like Google, Hertz, Microsoft and many more.Join the waitlist for People School here 👉 http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR******Hi, I’m Vanessa!You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also a multi-time bestselling author of:Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/) Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and I am the creator of People School. This advanced video communication course is for high achievers who want to be confident communicators.My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again.PS - Get our free 60-minute online trainings: https://www.scienceofpeople.com+ Join the party on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/******Vanessa Van Edwards is a national bestselling author and founder at Science of People. She is also a recovering awkward person.She is the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People which has been translated into 15 different languages. Vanessa’s unique approach has been featured on CNN, BBC, CBS, Fast Company, Inc., Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Today Show and many more.Vanessa shares tangible skills to improve interpersonal communication and leadership, including her insights on how people work. She’s developed a science-based framework for understanding personalities, decoding body language and improving people skills to help people communicate professionally, socially and romantically.Vanessa works with entrepreneurs, growing businesses, and trillion dollar companies; and has spoken to thousands of audiences at TEDx London, MIT and CES to name a few. Scie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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