English Topics: What makes someone a good listener, in your opinion?

Ice Breaking Topics

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  • If you could instantly travel to any place in the world, where would you go and why?
  • What are your thoughts on the idea of living a "meaningful" life, and how do you define it?

Main Topics

  • Do you feel truly heard when you speak?
  • Are you a better speaker or listener?
  • What makes someone a good listener, in your opinion?
  • Have you ever had a moment where someone just listened — and it helped more than advice?
  • Do you listen differently depending on who you’re talking to?
  • Have you ever misheard someone’s emotion even when you got their words right?
  • Do you ask questions to listen, or to respond?
  • How can listening build trust?

Free Topics

  • What do you think is the biggest issue in today’s society?
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  • Why do people cry?
  • What helps you cope when you feel sad or overwhelmed?
  • What’s your opinion on working from home?
  • How do you think we can address the issue of gender-based violence?
  • How can we work on cultivating a sense of inner stillness and peace in our lives?
  • What is the kindest thing a stranger has done for you?