Take your friendships to the next level with these fun and inspiring questions

Our friendships fill our lives with joy; bringing us support, comfort, and a whole lot of laughter. These bonds see us through the challenges that inevitably come our way as time goes on – and it makes all the difference having someone in your corner, cheering you on as you navigate the road ahead.

In a similar way to our intimate relationships, friendships thrive on trust, honesty, and openness – but we often don’t consider maintaining them in the same way that we do with romantic partners.

Here, we’ve gathered together 30 questions that you can ask each other, to explore the wonders of your bond and deepen your friendship.

  1. What was your first impression of me?

  2. When did you know we were going to become good friends?

  3. Do you think we have similar values?

  4. What’s your favourite thing to do together?

  5. Is there anything about me that challenges you?

  6. Do you prefer to socialise one-on-one or in a group?

  7. What is your favourite trait in me?

  8. If you have a problem, how can I best help you?

  9. Do you feel appreciated by me?

  10. How do you most like to communicate?

  11. Are there any boundaries that we have with each other?

  12. Do you feel supported by me?

  13. What did you want to be when you grew up?

  14. Do you think we spend enough time together?

  15. What did you learn about friendship from your family?

  16. What’s your favourite memory that we have together?

  17. Do you trust me?

  18. What makes me a good friend?

  19. Do you feel you can be vulnerable with me?

  20. Do I integrate well with your other relationships?

  21. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?

  22. What do you admire most about me?

  23. Do we deal with conflict well?

  24. Where would you like to visit together?

  25. When you want to vent, what do you need from me?

  26. How do you show your appreciation?

  27. Is there anything you’d like to change about our dynamic?

  28. What do you think is the key to long-lasting friendship?

  29. Do you think I prioritise you enough?

  30. Can you tell me something about yourself I don’t already know?

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