Make conversations less awkward with this easy tactic. Yes-or-no questions keep conversations from settling into a good flow—or end it before it really starts. The best conversation starters invite ...

I don’t love talking with strangers. I’m an introvert at heart, and making an effort to engage in social interaction ...

Next time you are faced with a difficult conversation, practice staying out of the swirl. You don't have to pick up the ropes ...

Think of someone who you consider to be a good conversationalist. Chances are that s/he uses a conversation style similar to yours. Whether your goal is to persuade, to build a relationship, or just ...

If you want to feel closer to your friends, you don’t need to overhaul your social life. Instead, experts suggest a small, manageable shift: Ask one deeper-than-usual question the next time you talk.

Most of us still like to think of ourselves as people who can talk things through. We say we value openness, nuance and honest disagreement. We teach our children to use their words. We tell our ...