How to Actually Get to Know Someone Better

Nothing against small talk, but when you’re trying to find a long-term partner, here’s how and why you should dig a little deeper.

So far this month, I’ve been talking a lot about dating rituals, including how to spot emotionally unavailable partners as early as possible and how to protect yourself with dating aftercare. Today, I’m offering some suggestions for questions you can and should ask on a date — and why.

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Here’s what’s ahead in this email for paid subscribers:

• Why it’s important to go beyond small talk

• 5 questions to ask on a date

• Looking within: what to ask yourself after a date

• Invitations (and discount codes) for our upcoming workshops

• May book club: Wired For Dating. Read along with us!

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