English Topics: What makes someone a good listener?

Ice Breaking Topics

  • What is the grossest thing you have seen in your life?
  • What is your favorite holiday and why?
  • If you had enough money that you never had to work, what would you do with your time?
  • Do you think it’s important to keep in contact with friends you knew as a child? [Why/Why not?]
  • If you could have any type of vehicle, what would it be and why?
  • How important do you think is it to be articulate?
  • Do you like to watch sports? If so, which ones?
  • What is your favorite type of sandwich?

Main Topics

  • What makes someone a good listener?
  • What role does empathy play in being a good listener?
  • Can empathy be taught or is it a natural ability?
  • Are you a good listener?
  • How can communication prevent conflict?
  • Who do you talk to when you just need someone to listen?
  • How can someone improve their empathetic listening skills?
  • What makes someone a reliable friend?

Free Topics

  • Which country do you think has the similar mindset, people and culture to yours?
  • What is one thing you would like to see changed in the world?
  • If you were told you would live forever, what would you change about your life?
  • What would you sacrifice to be successful?
  • How do you think we can address the issue of climate change?
  • What do you do when you feel down? Do you reach out to someone? What do you say?
  • What is your opinion on the importance of honesty?
  • What is your opinion on the importance of forgiveness?