English Topics: What’s something you used to believe but don’t anymore?

Ice Breaking Topics

  • Which two movie genres would create the most interesting mash-up?
  • Who do you go to when you need to vent?
  • How do you usually respond to challenges?
  • Do you ever engage in self-deprecating humour?
  • Do you enjoy visiting natural wonders or man-made landmarks?
  • How can we find a balance between ambition and contentment in our lives?
  • If you could live in another country for a year, where would it be?
  • Are you a risk taker? Why/why not?

Main Topics

  • What caused you to change your mind?
  • Was it a slow realization or a sudden shift?
  • Did changing your belief affect your relationships?
  • How did you feel emotionally during that change?
  • Do you think beliefs should stay fixed or evolve over time?
  • How do people in your culture react when beliefs are challenged?
  • Is it difficult to admit that you’ve changed your opinion?
  • What advice would you give to someone afraid to rethink their views?

Free Topics

  • What is your definition of 'patience'?
  • What do you act like when you're sad or mad?
  • Is it better to be honest or kind?
  • How do your family's views on politics, religion, or social issues compare to your own, and how do you navigate those differences?
  • Which two animals would be funniest to switch sizes?
  • How can schools better support students in their transition from primary to secondary education, and from secondary education to college or the workforce?
  • If you could legalize something that is currently illegal, what would it be?
  • Which is better? Healthy eating or exercise?