The Power of Open Questions

Asking open questions is one of the most powerful social hacks for unlocking genuine connection.

Unlike closed questions that get yes or no answers, open questions breathe life into dialogue.

When you ask what inspired you instead of did you like it, you're not collecting

facts, you're exploring their world. This makes people feel valued and

understood because being listened to without judgment is rare validation. Open questions activate

the brain's reward center, releasing dopamine. When someone feels heard,

they shift from defense to openness. The power lies in asking the right questions,

the kind that make others pause, feel, and share. When done with genuine