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101 Conversation Starters for Couples
Your spouse is a unique person, filled with amazing insights, thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Communication is key to really knowing and fully loving that person.
Bestselling author and marriage counselor Gary Chapman has developed this handy tabletop resource to get you and your spouse talking. With 101 probing questions, couples will find their relationship enhanced, their intimacy deepened, and their romance ignited. 101 Conversation Starters for Couples is the perfect companion to the bestselling book, The 5 Love Languages. It also makes an excellent Valentines Day, wedding, and anniversary gift. It helps you and your spouse get the conversation flowing.
Bestselling author and marriage counselor Gary Chapman has developed this handy tabletop resource to get you and your spouse talking. With 101 probing questions, couples will find their relationship enhanced, their intimacy deepened, and their romance ignited. 101 Conversation Starters for Couples is the perfect companion to the bestselling book, The 5 Love Languages. It also makes an excellent Valentines Day, wedding, and anniversary gift. It helps you and your spouse get the conversation flowing.
111 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 21, 2012
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582 books3,513 followersGary Demonte Chapman is an American author and radio talk show host. Chapman is most noted for his The Five Love Languages series regarding human relationships.
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February 16, 2016
I guess I was hoping for too much here but this booklet just didn't deliver what I was hoping it would. The questions were just so so and not one of them really jumps out at me. After a few minutes of using this book we put it down. It wasn't fun and neither of us really learned anything except that we could answer the questions for each other.
December 14, 2019
What a great tool to use to get to know your spouse after years of raising kids and busyness of life! I’ve been using a couple of questions every week on date night and it has made the rediscovery of my spouse of 20 years more fun. It’s also a great icebreaker for family reunions, holiday parties and church events.
January 1, 2023
The title tells it all. Some questions are good others a bit quirky. It’s on my kindle but it would probably be better as a coffee table book. I could see it being used to get introspective conversations started if it were out open in a central area.
June 16, 2023
Another one that I just hadn't realized was going to be a religious book. I was hoping for quick and fun questions. Instead, they were either religious in nature and/or required deep philosophical contemplation. Just not for me.
June 8, 2020
Very good way to get conversation going with your significant other!
September 29, 2019
This is a terrifying attempt at helping married couples talk to each other. The questions read like interview questions a counsellor would ask directly off a sheet, as opposed to things an intimate couple would ask each other.
The other thing that irks me is...one would hope that a married couple already knows a good amount of the answers about the other person they’re marrying, thus nullifying the point of this book.
To be honest, I bought this second-hand, and because it’s so terribly cheesy, I keep it in the car for long family rides so we can all take turns asking each other weird questions from this book. So if you want something to laugh at, this is great! It gets one star for being so bad it’s funny.
The other thing that irks me is...one would hope that a married couple already knows a good amount of the answers about the other person they’re marrying, thus nullifying the point of this book.
To be honest, I bought this second-hand, and because it’s so terribly cheesy, I keep it in the car for long family rides so we can all take turns asking each other weird questions from this book. So if you want something to laugh at, this is great! It gets one star for being so bad it’s funny.
May 31, 2014
A small but powerful book, 101 Conversation Starters for Couples sparks creativity and conversation between spouses as they seek to deepen intimacy in their marriages. Written by marriage experts and counselors Gary Chapman and Ramon Presson, 101 Conversation Starters for Couples has something for every couple, whether they’ve been married for a few weeks, a few years, or a few decades.
Personally, I think that there’s always more to learn about one’s spouse. And by learning more about each other, couples keep that spark alive. Chapman and Presson have provided couples with a practical way to do that. The questions in 101 Conversation Starters are just that—jumping-off points to get conversations going. There’s no telling where your conversation will take you! And in the process, you’ll have fun together and even find opportunities to encourage each other, build each other up, and pray with each other.
Here are just three samples from the book:
• Complete this sentence: “I’m sure my mom and dad wish I would. . .”
• Describe the location and three features of your dream home.
• What item of clothing in my wardrobe do you really like to see me wear?
101 Conversation Starters for Couples can be used on date night, at bedtime, on a road trip, or during any quiet moments you have with your spouse. Some questions are more serious than others, but they all provide fodder for some great communication and intimacy-building times with your spouse.
Don’t just sit there and stare at each other wondering what to talk about next. Chapman and Presson have done the work for you by compiling this handy conversation guide. Grab a copy of 101 Conversation Starters for Couples and start building intimacy in your marriage today.
About the Authors
Gary Chapman, PhD, is the author of the #1 New York Times bestsellingThe 5 Love Languages. With over 30 years of counseling experience, he has the uncanny ability to hold a mirror up to human behavior, showing readers not just where they go wrong, but also how to grow and move forward. Dr. Chapman holds BA and MA degrees in anthropology from Wheaton College and Wake Forest University, respectively, MRE and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and has completed postgraduate work at the University of North Carolina and Duke University. For more information visit his website at www.5lovelanguages.com.
Ramon Presson, a clinically certified marriage and family therapist, is the founder of LifeChange Counseling Services and the Marriage Center of Franklin www.LifeChangeCS.org. A newspaper columnist and author of numerous books, Ramon makes his home outside of Nashville with his wife, Dorrie, and two sons. For more information visit www.ramonpresson.
* I received a copy of this book from Moody Publishers for this review. However, the opinions expressed in the review are my own.
Personally, I think that there’s always more to learn about one’s spouse. And by learning more about each other, couples keep that spark alive. Chapman and Presson have provided couples with a practical way to do that. The questions in 101 Conversation Starters are just that—jumping-off points to get conversations going. There’s no telling where your conversation will take you! And in the process, you’ll have fun together and even find opportunities to encourage each other, build each other up, and pray with each other.
Here are just three samples from the book:
• Complete this sentence: “I’m sure my mom and dad wish I would. . .”
• Describe the location and three features of your dream home.
• What item of clothing in my wardrobe do you really like to see me wear?
101 Conversation Starters for Couples can be used on date night, at bedtime, on a road trip, or during any quiet moments you have with your spouse. Some questions are more serious than others, but they all provide fodder for some great communication and intimacy-building times with your spouse.
Don’t just sit there and stare at each other wondering what to talk about next. Chapman and Presson have done the work for you by compiling this handy conversation guide. Grab a copy of 101 Conversation Starters for Couples and start building intimacy in your marriage today.
About the Authors
Gary Chapman, PhD, is the author of the #1 New York Times bestsellingThe 5 Love Languages. With over 30 years of counseling experience, he has the uncanny ability to hold a mirror up to human behavior, showing readers not just where they go wrong, but also how to grow and move forward. Dr. Chapman holds BA and MA degrees in anthropology from Wheaton College and Wake Forest University, respectively, MRE and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and has completed postgraduate work at the University of North Carolina and Duke University. For more information visit his website at www.5lovelanguages.com.
Ramon Presson, a clinically certified marriage and family therapist, is the founder of LifeChange Counseling Services and the Marriage Center of Franklin www.LifeChangeCS.org. A newspaper columnist and author of numerous books, Ramon makes his home outside of Nashville with his wife, Dorrie, and two sons. For more information visit www.ramonpresson.
* I received a copy of this book from Moody Publishers for this review. However, the opinions expressed in the review are my own.
May 3, 2014
Written by Misty Overstreet-Roberts, blogger at http.//theladypreferstosave.com
101 Conversation Starters for Couples by Gary Chapman and Ramon Presson. As someone who is married, and not far off of being a newlywed, I was intrigued by the title of this book, as you often hear how vital communication is to a thriving marriage from every radio host, advice column, and self-help guru on television these days.
The book reads, as a quick-set, conversation starter session, almost like 21 questions, for couples. The questions range from light-hearted to the bizaar. Examples in the text are:
"What are two things that happened today and how did you feel about them?"
"If you could hire Martha Stewart for a day, what would you have her do?"
"What non-biblical historical event would you like to have witnessed?"
This book, was a rather quaint accompaniment to our brunch conversation this past morning, and I feel would be an adorable gift basket filler, or present for a newly engaged or re-married couple. For couples that are undergoing therapy, or have longer, more vested relationships, this book may seem somewhat silly and trivial, but fun nonetheless. I enjoyed the text, and was glad I had the opportunity to read it, though I would also like to add that the quality of the questions posed in the book are subjective, and this book would be a better pairing for a dinner party, small family group, or sometime other than late at night, after a busy day, or during a long arduous car ride!
This book is simple, and fun. 101 Conversation Starters for Couples is without any bells and whistles or deep philosophical study, but the questions posed are insightful and easy to understand. Though I was unable to unlock any secret mystique within my marriage by this text, it was fun just the same!
In compliance with FTC regulation, I hereby disclaim that I received a free copy of the book from MP Newsroom, in exchange for my review. I was not compensated for this review. All opinions of this book, its author, and publisher, are that of my own.
101 Conversation Starters for Couples by Gary Chapman and Ramon Presson. As someone who is married, and not far off of being a newlywed, I was intrigued by the title of this book, as you often hear how vital communication is to a thriving marriage from every radio host, advice column, and self-help guru on television these days.
The book reads, as a quick-set, conversation starter session, almost like 21 questions, for couples. The questions range from light-hearted to the bizaar. Examples in the text are:
"What are two things that happened today and how did you feel about them?"
"If you could hire Martha Stewart for a day, what would you have her do?"
"What non-biblical historical event would you like to have witnessed?"
This book, was a rather quaint accompaniment to our brunch conversation this past morning, and I feel would be an adorable gift basket filler, or present for a newly engaged or re-married couple. For couples that are undergoing therapy, or have longer, more vested relationships, this book may seem somewhat silly and trivial, but fun nonetheless. I enjoyed the text, and was glad I had the opportunity to read it, though I would also like to add that the quality of the questions posed in the book are subjective, and this book would be a better pairing for a dinner party, small family group, or sometime other than late at night, after a busy day, or during a long arduous car ride!
This book is simple, and fun. 101 Conversation Starters for Couples is without any bells and whistles or deep philosophical study, but the questions posed are insightful and easy to understand. Though I was unable to unlock any secret mystique within my marriage by this text, it was fun just the same!
In compliance with FTC regulation, I hereby disclaim that I received a free copy of the book from MP Newsroom, in exchange for my review. I was not compensated for this review. All opinions of this book, its author, and publisher, are that of my own.
September 10, 2015
Sometimes it's the little things in life that make big impacts. This book is little, simple, and fun. There aren't any bells and whistles or deep philosophical studies…but the questions posed are insightful and (as is the premise of the book) gets conversations started.
Even after being married for nearly 30 years, I found this book interesting and enjoyable. During leisure time, why not unlock some of your mate's mysteries by asking touching or amusing questions you hadn't thought of on your own? Here are a few of the conversation starters listed in this book:
What is something you collected as a child or a teen?
What non biblical historical event would you like to have witnessed?
What is something that occurred this past year that you are especially thankful for? (My favorite.)
This booklet (5.4 x 6 inches) would make a unique gift for dating, newly married, or even old fogies married folks (like me.) With 101 insightful questions - you're sure to dig a little deeper into your mates heart and mind.
Publisher: Northfield Publishing
Pages: 112
First Lines: Your spouse is a fascinating person, a treasure trove of meaningful, humorous, and profound experiences, thoughts, feelings, ideas, memories, hopes, dreams, beliefs, and convictions. These questions celebrate the depth and wonderful mystery of your mate.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a Review Copy, but was not required to write a positive review. The options I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
Even after being married for nearly 30 years, I found this book interesting and enjoyable. During leisure time, why not unlock some of your mate's mysteries by asking touching or amusing questions you hadn't thought of on your own? Here are a few of the conversation starters listed in this book:
What is something you collected as a child or a teen?
What non biblical historical event would you like to have witnessed?
What is something that occurred this past year that you are especially thankful for? (My favorite.)
This booklet (5.4 x 6 inches) would make a unique gift for dating, newly married, or even old fogies married folks (like me.) With 101 insightful questions - you're sure to dig a little deeper into your mates heart and mind.
Publisher: Northfield Publishing
Pages: 112
First Lines: Your spouse is a fascinating person, a treasure trove of meaningful, humorous, and profound experiences, thoughts, feelings, ideas, memories, hopes, dreams, beliefs, and convictions. These questions celebrate the depth and wonderful mystery of your mate.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a Review Copy, but was not required to write a positive review. The options I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
May 28, 2015
This little book is fun way to bring different or new topics up in conversation. Some stuff is pretty generic and if you have been with someone for awhile I’m sure you have brought up some of these topics. The cool thing about this book is that you could use this not just with couples but even with just friends. Some of these questions could also be used for ice breaker type games. I can’t wait to try it on a long car ride or trip with people.
As for the format the book is super simple with just one question on each page. The book is pretty small which is great for traveling or bringing it along.
I received this book for free for my honest review.
As for the format the book is super simple with just one question on each page. The book is pretty small which is great for traveling or bringing it along.
I received this book for free for my honest review.
January 7, 2017
My husband and I had some great conversations thanks to this book. It helped us pass the time during long road trips. But I found it to be a little biased. Any of the questions that pertained to parents were worded with the obvious assumption that your parents were together through your whole childhood. My husband's parents were divorced when he was very young so he had a difficult time answering some of those questions. We ended up just skipping over some of them. All in all though, it was a good book and we had fun with it.
December 4, 2014
I... will never get back the 15 minutes I spent breezing through this thing. I think I must not have paid enough attention to the tiny-side-table-book vibe that this gives off. Perhaps I was expecting something actually thought-provoking with which to engage in conversation about with my fiancé? Or maybe I expected questions to be a bit deeper than "Reflect upon how you learned to drive." I have no doubt that these may provide good conversation for some, but these seemed rather shallow.
July 4, 2014
Short and sweet...no where near 101 though. Glad it was free
July 5, 2015
great book and pertinent read for couples no matter how new or matured the relationship
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