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45 Conversation Starters for the Thanksgiving Table
On Thanksgiving, plenty of good food is pretty much guaranteed. Plenty of good conversation? Not so much.
With relatives of all generations (and all political persuasions) coming together for the holiday, it can sometimes be hard to find conversation topics that spur meaningful discussion without devolving into an argument. Which is a shame, because science shows real conversation makes us much happier than small talk. Plus, the elders in your family are often an untapped reservoir of incredible wisdom and memories.
So don’t just keep it to sports, the weather, and Hollywood gossip this year. Instead, prepare to spur real dialogue with an amazing list of 100 Thanksgiving-friendly conversation starters from the blog of writer Alexandra Franzen. Armed with these icebreakers, you might actually learn something incredible about the family you’ve known for years.
Here are 45 of my favorites to get you started (minus those that seemed a little dark for a holiday celebration and a handful of racy or political subjects that you might not want to discuss with your uncle) or click over to the complete list. I guarantee you that everyone will find something to start a meaningful conversation this holiday.
- Are there any household chores you secretly enjoy? Which ones — and why?
