These blush-worthy questions have been compiled from relationship counselors’ collections. Some of them might even make seasoned dating gurus raise an eyebrow. Nonetheless, they touch on thought-provoking topics that can help deepen your understanding of your partner.
Blush-Worthy Questions for Couples
“The following questions can reveal how aligned you are with your partner in terms of values and beliefs, which might predict the longevity of your relationship,” explains Jenni Skyler, PhD, a certified sex therapist, sexologist, and licensed marriage and family therapist at Adam & Eve.
- Where do you see yourselves in one, three, or ten years?
- Do you believe in the institution of marriage?
- Do you believe in living together before marriage?
- At what age do you envision getting married?
- What does your ideal wedding look like?
- Do you want children? Why or why not?
- When do you want children, and how many would you like?
- Do you want to live in this city, or are you planning to move?
- What do you like about me?
- What do you love about yourself?
- Do you enjoy spending time with my friends?
- What’s your favorite thing we do together?
- What’s one date idea we haven’t tried yet that you’d like to explore?
- What’s something new you’d like to try in bed with me?
- What does your ideal life look like?
- What boundaries do you have with your family?
- How would you rank your love languages?
- What goals would you like us to work toward together?
- What do you think we can do to keep our sex life exciting?
- Do you like changes, and how do you handle them?
While some of the questions above might seem contentious or even provocative, a little bit of conflict doesn’t always lead to problems. On the contrary, these discussions can open up doors to understanding taboos and strengthen your bond.
Here are 20 more intriguing questions that Jenni Skyler specifically recommends for use during a date.
Blush-Worthy Questions for a Date
- What are three things on your bucket list?
- What are the top three adventures you’ve had in your life?
- What are two things you regret?
- What’s the hardest lesson you’ve ever learned?
- What’s your favorite childhood memory?
- What’s your dream job?
- What do you consider your greatest achievement?
- What’s the most unusual thing you’ve ever eaten?
- What’s your biggest sexual fantasy?
- What do you value most in a relationship?
- Where do you want to live in the next five years?
- What was your first impression of me?
- Who inspires you?
- Have you ever been to therapy?
- What’s the longest relationship you’ve been in?
- How do you handle stress?
- How would you describe your last relationship?
- How often do you get tested for STIs?
- What do you consider cheating?
- Has your heart ever been broken?
Source: 154 Relationship Questions To Ask Your Partner, Per Therapists
