What to say to a new friend

Congratulations on making a new friend! Here are some conversation starters and things you can say to a new friend to help build a strong and meaningful connection:

Light and casual conversations

  1. "How was your week/weekend?" - A simple question to show you care about their life.
  2. "What do you like to do in your free time?" - A great way to find common interests.
  3. "Have you traveled anywhere exciting recently?" - A fun question to spark some adventure talk.
  4. "What's your favorite [book/movie/TV show]?" - A lighthearted way to discuss shared interests.
  5. "How do you like [new restaurant/spot in town]?" - A casual question to show you're interested in their opinions.

Deeper conversations

  1. "What's something you're looking forward to in the coming months?" - A question to explore their goals and aspirations.
  2. "What's the best advice you've ever received?" - A thought-provoking question to learn more about their values.
  3. "What do you like to do to relax and unwind?" - A question to understand their self-care habits.
  4. "What's something you're proud of accomplishing?" - A question to celebrate their achievements.
  5. "What's one thing you're passionate about outside of work/school?" - A question to discover their hobbies and interests.

Showing interest and support

  1. "How can I support you in your goals?" - A question to show you care about their well-being.
  2. "What's been the highlight of your week?" - A question to focus on the positive aspects of their life.
  3. "I'm here for you if you need anything" - A simple statement to offer emotional support.
  4. "I'm excited to learn more about your interests/hobbies" - A statement to show your enthusiasm for getting to know them better.
  5. "Let's grab coffee/lunch/dinner sometime" - A suggestion to plan a social activity and spend more time together.

Remember, the key to building a strong friendship is to be genuine, listen actively, and show interest in the other person's life.