90 Minutes with 100 Practical English Conversations to Master Speaking Skills

[Music] conversation one family breakfast listen and practice John do you often have breakfast with your family yes we try to eat together every morning it's a nice way to start the day how about your family we do the same what do you usually prepare for breakfast we keep it simple usually cereal toast and fruit what about at your house we like to mix it up sometimes it's pancakes other days it's oatmeal or eggs the kids love variety that sounds delicious do you all help with the preparation yes everyone has a job the kids set the

table and my partner and I cook how do you manage it that's a great system we're not as organized but I think try assigning tasks like you do conversation to phone call listen and practice John how do you feel about making phone calls honestly I prefer texting but sometimes calls are necessary what about you Lisa I actually enjoy phone calls I find them more personal do you have any tips for making calls less stressful I try to to prepare what I want to say beforehand it helps me feel more confident any other advice that's a

good tip I also find it helpful to smile while talking it changes your tone of voice I've heard that before do you have any strategies for ending calls politely I usually summarize the conversation and confirm any action items then I thank them for their time those are great suggestions I'll try to incorporate them in my next phone call conversation three morning routine listen and practice good morning John what time do you usually wake up I usually wake up at 630 a.m. how about you Lisa I'm an early bird I get up at 5:45 a.m. to

do some yoga before work wow that's early what else is part of your morning routine after yoga I take a quick shower and get dressed then I make a healthy breakfast you I just grab a coffee and check my emails before heading out maybe I should try your approach it works well for me do you have any morning habits you'd like to change actually I'd like to start exercising in the morning maybe I'll try that tomorrow conversation for talking with kids listen and practice Lisa how do you usually start conversations with your kids I like

to ask them about their plans for the day what's your approach John I usually ask them what they're looking forward to it helps set a positive tone do your kids talk easily most of the time yes but sometimes it's challenging how do you handle it when they're not talkative I try to share something about my day first it often encourages them to open up any other strategies you use that's a good idea I also find that doing an activity together like cooking can lead to good conversations I'll have to try that how do you handle

serious topics with your kids I try to create a judgment free zone and listen more than I talk it seems to work well conversation five asking for help listen and practice I'm struggling with this report do you have a moment to help me of course what part are you having trouble with I'm not sure how to structure the data analysis section any suggestions I'd start with an overview then break it down by key metrics want me to show you an example that would be really helpful do you mind if I take notes not at all

it's always good to have a reference any other parts you're unsure about the conclusion is giving me trouble too how do you usually approach it I summarize the main findings in their implications let's work on that after the analysis section conversation six offering help listen and practice you look stressed is everything okay I'm a bit overwhelmed with this project there's so much to do I've been through similar situations would you like some help that would be great are you sure you have the time I can definitely spare some time what's the most pressing task the

client presentation is due tomorrow and I'm nowhere near finished let's tackle it together we can divide the work how does that sound that sounds perfect thank you so much for offering to help conversation seven expressing opinions listen and practice what do you think about the new company policy I think it's a step in the right direction how about you I'm not so sure seems a bit restrictive to me interesting what aspects do you find restrictive the new working hours mainly don't you think they're inflexible I see your point but I appreciate the structure it provides

I hadn't thought about it that way are there other parts you like yes the increased vacation days are a big plus for me conversation 8 agreeing and disagreeing listen and practice don't you agree that climate change is the biggest threat we face while it's serious I think there are other equally pressing issues really like what I can't think of anything more urgent poverty and inequality for instance they affect Millions daily I see your point but climate change impacts everyone rich or poor true but solving inequality could help us address climate change too I hadn't considered

that connection how do you think they're related people in poverty often can't prioritize environmental concerns it's all connected conversation 9 favorite foods listen and practice what's your all-time favorite food I love a good pizza nothing beats it for me how about you I'm a sushi Enthusiast do you like Japanese food I haven't tried much Beyond Sushi any recommendations you should try Ramen or tempera they're delicious what's your favorite pizza topping I'm a classic margarita fan simple but perfect do you cook Japanese food at home I've tried making sushi rolls it's fun but tricky do you

make your own pizza sometimes it's a fun weekend activity we should have a cooking day sometime conversation 10 lunch order listen and practice it's almost lunchtime any ideas for today I'm thinking of ordering from that new thae place interested in joining sounds great what dish are you planning to get I'm leaning towards pad TI have you tried it before yes it's delicious I might go for the green curry should we ask others to join good idea let's see if Mark and Emily want to order too I'll message them do we need to order drinks as

well let's check with them I'll probably just stick with water conversation 11 workplace meeting listen and practice have you prepared for today's meeting yes I've got my presentation ready how about you I've reviewed the agenda and made some notes are you nervous about presenting a little it's a big project do you have any tips for staying calm take deep breaths and remember you know your material want to practice together that would be great should we go over the main points now sure let's start with the project overview what's your opening line I'm planning to start

with our key objectives does that sound good conversation 12 project discussion listen in practice how's the new project coming along it's challenging but we're making progress what about your part I'm on track but I've hit a small obstacle with the data analysis can I help with that what seems to be the problem the results are inconsistent I'm not sure if it's a software issue or human error let's take a look together maybe a fresh pair of eyes will help that would be great when are you free to go over it how about tomorrow afternoon we

can book a meeting room conversation 13 coffee break listen and practice ready for a coffee break definitely I could use a caffeine boost where should we go how about the new Cafe down the street I heard they have great pastries sounds perfect do you usually take sugar in your coffee just a splash of milk for me what's your usual order I like a strong black coffee sometimes an espresso if I need an extra kick nice shall we invite anyone else from the team good idea let's ask Sarah and Mike if they want to join us

conversation 14 doctor's visit listen and practice I have a doctor's appointment next week do you have any advice try to write down your symptoms and questions beforehand it helps a lot that's a good idea do you get nervous at doctor visits a little I find deep breathing helps what are you going for if you don't mind me asking just a routine checkup but I always worry they'll find something wrong I understand remember regular checkups help catch issues early you're right do you go for regular checkups too yes I try to go annually it's important for

maintaining good health conversation 15 making appointments listen and practice I need to schedule several appointments this week any tips for staying organized I use a digital calendar and set reminders how do you usually keep track I've been using a paper planner but I often forget to check it maybe I should try digital it's been a GameChanger for me do you have any specific appointments you're dreading dentist appointment I always get anxious about those how about you I'm not a fan of the dentist either I try to book it first thing in the morning to get

it over with that's smart do you have any strategies for remembering to confirm appointments I set two reminders one the day before and another the morning of the appointment conversation 16 health and fitness listen and practice have you been keeping up with your Fitness routine lately I've been trying to go to the gym three times a week how about you I've started yoga classes it's challenging but I enjoy it what do you do at the gym mainly wait lifting and some cardio how often do you do yoga I go to classes twice a week do

you have any fitness goals you're working towards I'm trying to improve my overall strength what about you I'm focusing on flexibility and stress reduction have you ever tried yoga not yet but after hearing about your experience I might give it a try conversation 17 personal challenges listen and practice what's been your biggest personal challenge recently balancing work and personal life I often find myself working late you mine is sticking to a regular sleep schedule how are you addressing your challenge I'm trying to set stricter boundaries do you have any strategies for better sleep I'm using

a sleep tracking app and avoiding screens before bed has it been hard to set boundaries yes especially with urgent projects how has the sleep app been working for you to helping but it's a slow process have you considered talking to your manager about workload that's a good suggestion I think I'll bring it up in our next one-on-one meeting conversation 18 day out planning listen and practice what should we do for our day out this weekend how about hiking in the nearby National Park that sounds fun Should we pack a picnic lunch great idea I'll bring

sandwiches if you can bring snacks and drinks perfect what time should we start to avoid the midday heat let's aim to set out by 8:00 a.m. is that too early for you not at all should we invite anyone else to join us good thought maybe we could ask Tom and S there if they're free conversation 19 News discussion listen and practice did you hear about the new healthc care bill that just passed yes I did it's quite controversial isn't it what's your take on it I'm concerned about how it might affect insurance costs you I'm

more focused on the potential improvements in coverage do you think it'll pass the Senate it's hard to say the debate seems pretty heated have you read any good analysis of it I saw an interesting article in The Economist want me to send you the link that would be great do you generally trust their reporting yes I find they usually provide balanced coverage what's your go to news source conversation 20 weather chat listen and practice this weather is unusually warm for this time of year isn't it you're right I can't remember a February this warm before

do you think it's due to climate change it's possible but we shouldn't confuse weather with climate true how do you think this will affect the spring plants they might Bloom early I hope we don't get a late Frost that would be a shame are you planning any outdoor activity pleas to enjoy the warmth I'm thinking about doing some early gardening how about you conversation 21 Sports Talk listen and practice did you catch the game last night I missed it how did our team do we won in overtime it was so exciting that's great news who

scored the winning Point Johnson made an amazing three-point in the last second wow I wish I'd seen that is he having a good season overall he's been on fire lately do you think we have a shot at the championship if Johnson keeps playing like this I'd say we have a good chance conversation 22 Hobbies listen and practice what do you like to do in your free time I'm really into photography how about you that sounds interesting I enjoy painting and drawing cool do you have a favorite subject to paint I love Landscapes what do you

like to photograph I'm fascinated by street photography capturing candid moments that must be challenging how do people react when they notice you it varies some don't mind others are curious it's part of the excitement conversation 23 close shopping listen and practice I need to buy a new outfit for the company party any suggestions how about a classic black dress they're always elegant true but I was thinking of something more colorful what do you think of red red could be stunning have you considered accessories to go with it not yet what would you recommend in with

a red dress perhaps some gold jewelry and black heels that sounds perfect where do you usually shop for formal Weare I like that Boutique downtown want to go shopping together this weekend conversation 24 compliments listen and practice your presentation today was really impressive thank you I was nervous but I'm glad it went well the way you handled the Q&A was particularly good how did you prepare I anticipated potential questions and practiced responses I appreciate your kind words welld deserved your hard work really showed thanks again I noticed your report last week was excellent too that's

very kind of you to say it's nice to have our efforts recognized isn't it absolutely positive feedback can be be really motivating conversation 25 date conversation listen and practice so tell me about your family do you have any siblings yes I have an older sister how about you I'm an only child what's it like having a sibling it's fun most of the time we're quite close do you enjoy being an only child mostly yes though I sometimes wished for a brother or sister growing up I can understand that what kind of activities did you enjoy

as a child I loved reading and playing imaginary games how about you and your sister we were always outside climbing trees and riding bikes those were good times conversation 26 self- inroduction listen and practice hi I'm Lisa I'm new to the company nice to meet you Lisa I'm John welcome aboard thanks John what department do you work in I'm in marketing how about you what's your role here I've joined the IT team as a software developer how long have you been with the company I've been here for 3 years now how are you finding it

so far everyone's been very welcome in is there anything I should know about the company culture we have a great team spirit here don't hesitate to ask if you need any help settling in conversation 27 restaurant order listen and practice have you decided what you're going to order I'm torn between the pasta and the steak what about you I'm leaning towards the grilled salmon have you tried it here before not yet but I've heard good things about it should we get an appetizer that sounds good how about the Bruce geta to share perfect and what

about drinks do you prefer red or white wine I usually go for white with fish do you have a favorite they have a nice chardonay here shall we get a bottle to share conversation 28 apologizing listen and practice I'm sorry I missed our meeting yesterday it's okay these things happen is everything all right yes I just completely lost track of time it won't happen again I appreciate your apology was there something distracting you I was focused on finishing an urgent project but that's no excuse I understand maybe we can reschedule for next week that would

be great thank you for being so understanding no problem we all have off days sometimes let's move forward conversation 29 accepting apology listen and practice I feel terrible about forgetting your birthday can you forgive me of course don't worry about it are you sure I know how much you value celebrating birthdays really it's fine I appreciate you acknowledging it I'd like to make it up to you how about dinner this weekend that sounds lovely you don't have to but I'd enjoy that great is there any place in particular you'd like to go how about that

new Italian place I've been wanting to try it conversation 30 cooking together together listen and practice what shall we cook for dinner tonight how about trying that new pasta recipe we found sounds good do we have all the ingredients I think so but we might need to buy some fresh basil okay I can pick that up on my way home what can you start preparing I'll begin by chopping the vegetables and boiling the water for pasta perfect I'll handle the sauce when I get back back Teamwork Makes the Dream Work absolutely I'm looking forward to

our culinary creation conversation 31 evening routine listen and practice what do you usually do to unwind in the evening I like to read a book or watch a bit of TV how about you I usually go for a short walk to clear my head do you have a favorite gen to read I enjoy mystery novels have you read any good books lately I just finished a great science fiction novel want to borrow it sure that sounds interesting do you ever have trouble falling asleep sometimes I find having a cup of herbal tea helps any sleep

tips I try to avoid screens an hour before bed it seems to help me relax convers 32 couples's chat listen and practice how was your day honey it was pretty hectic how about yours mine was good but I missed you want to plan a date night soon that's a great idea what did you have in mind maybe dinner and a movie this Saturday sounds perfect should we try that new restaurant downtown I'd love that oh and did you remember we have brunch with my my parents on Sunday yes I've got it marked on the calendar

looking forward to it conversation 33 family relationships listen and practice how do you get along with your siblings pretty well though we have our moments how about you I'm an only child so it's just me do you ever wish you were an only child sometimes but I mostly enjoy having siblings do you ever wish you had brothers or sisters occasionally especially when I see close sibling relationships what's the best part of having siblings having built-in friends and support do you think being an only child shaped your personality probably I'm quite independent how has having siblings

influenced you it's taught me to compromise and share I think it's made me more patient conversation 34 couple argument listen and practice you forgot our anniversary again how could you I'm sorry I've been so busy with work I didn't mean to forget that's no excuse this day is important to me don't you care of course I care I feel terrible about forgetting how can I make it it up to you I don't know this isn't the first time you've forgotten important dates you're right I need to do better what if we put reminders in both

our calendars that's a start but I need to feel like a priority in your life you are a priority I'll prove it to you can we plan a special belated celebration conversation 35 suspecting infidelity listen and practice you've been acting strange lately is there something you want to tell me what do you mean everything's fine why do you ask you've been working late a lot and you're always on your phone are you seeing someone else of course not how could you think that I've just been busy with the new project then why are you so

secretive with your phone you never let me see it anymore I'm not being secretive I just value my privacy don't you trust me I want to but your behavior is making it difficult can you understand why I'm worried I see your point I'll try to be more open maybe we need to work on our communication conversation 36 making suggestions listen and practice I think we should redecorate the living room what do you think that could be nice what did you have in mind maybe a new color scheme and some modern furniture do you have any

ideas how about a minimalist style it could make the room feel bigger that's interesting could we incorporate some plants to add life to the space great idea we could also consider changing the lighting to create different moods I like that should we look at some home decor magazines for inspiration sounds good we could also visit some furniture stores this weekend to get ideas conversation 37 responding to suggestions listen and practice what if we took a cooking class together that's an interesting idea what kind of Cuisine were you thinking maybe Italian or Thai which would you

prefer Italian sounds fun when were you thinking of doing this how about next month we could do it on Saturday evenings that could work do you know of any good cooking schools nearby I heard about one downtown that has great reviews shall I look into it yes please do it sounds like a fun way to spend time together and learn something new conversation 38 party planning listen and practice we need to start planning for the office Christmas party any ideas how about a Winter Wonderland theme we could decorate with white and silver that sounds lovely

what about the venue should we book a restaurant or rent a hall a hall might give us more flexibility for decorations what do you think about the food good point for food how about a mix of traditional Christmas dishes and some vegetarian options sounds perfect should we hire a DJ or have a live band for entertainment a DJ might be more versatile we should also plan some party games to break the ice great idea let's make a list of everything we need and start delegating tasks conversation 39 weekend plants listen and practice do you have

any plans for this weekend not yet do you want to do something together how about a day trip to the beach the weather's supposed to be nice that sounds fun should we invite some friends to join us good idea maybe we could have a small picnic there too I like that plan I can prepare some sandwiches what else should we bring let's bring some games like frisbee or volleyball and don't forget sunscreen definitely I'll pack a cooler with with drinks this is going to be a great day conversation 40 holiday activities listen and practice Christmas

is coming up what holiday activities should we do this year how about going ice skating and seeing the holiday lights display downtown that sounds fun could we also bake Christmas cookies together absolutely we could invite some friends over for a cookie decorating party great idea should we also plan a day for Christmas shopping yes we should maybe we can make a list of gifts we need to buy first good thinking oh and what about watching some classic Christmas movies perfect we can have a movie marathon with hot cocoa this holiday season is going to be

great conversation 41 travel stories listen and practice remember our trip to Italy last year that was amazing it really was what was your favorite part of the trip I loved exploring the ancient ruins in Rome how about you for me it was the delicious food in Florence do you remember that little trota oh yes the pasta there was incredible we should try to recreate that dish at home great idea what other trips do you want to take in the future I've always wanted to visit Japan the culture fascinates me how about you Japan sounds wonderful

I'd love to see the Northern Lights in Norway someday conversation 42 sharing memories listen and practice do you remember our first date of course we went to that little coffee shop downtown yes and you spilled your latte all over yourself oh no don't remind me I was so embarrassed but you were very understanding it was cute I knew then that I wanted to see you again do you remember our first kiss how could I forget it was under the stars at the park that was so romantic we've come a long way since then haven't we

we certainly have and I'm looking looking forward to making many more memories with you conversation 43 buying a house listen and practice I think we're ready to start looking for a house to buy what do you think I agree do you have any specific areas in mind I like the suburbs to the north good schools and lots of green spaces you that sounds nice I'd also o consider the east side it's closer to work for both of us good point what features are most important to you in a house I'd love a big kitchen and

a yard how about you I want at least three bedrooms and a home office should we contact a real estate agent that's a good idea let's make a list of our musthaves and start looking this weekend conversation 44 reservation listen and practice hello I'd like to make a reservation for next weekend certainly how many nights will you be staying with us we're planning on three nights do you have any rooms with a king-size bed available yes we do would you prefer a City View or a Park View Park View would be lovely what's the rate

for those rooms the rate is $200 per night would you like to proceed with the booking that sounds good is breakfast included in that rate yes breakfast is included can I have your name for the reservation conversation 45 airport checkin listen and practice good morning I'm here to check in for my flight to New York good morning may I see your passport in Booking confirmation please here you are I'd like to request a window seat if possible certainly I'll see what's available do you have any bags to check yes I have one suitcase to check

in all right please place it on the scale your bag is within the weight limit here's your boarding pass thank you what time does boarding begin boarding starts at 10:30 a.m. at gate 15 have a good flight conversation 46 taking a taxi listen and practice taxi can you take us to the Central Station please sure thing hop in do you need help with your luggage yes please we have two large suitcases no problem I'll put them in the trunk are you catching a train yes we're taking the 300 p.m. train to Chicago how long will

the ride take with current traffic about 30 minutes we should get you there in plenty of time that's great is it okay if we pay by credit card Absolutely I'll let you know when we arrive sit back and enjoy the ride conversation 47 expressing concern listen and practice you don't look well are you feeling okay to be honest I've been better I think I might be coming down with something I'm sorry to hear that have you taken your temperature not yet but I've been feeling feverish and achy that doesn't sound good maybe you should see

a doctor you're probably right I'll try to get an appointment tomorrow good idea is there anything I can do to help in the meantime could you pick up some cold medicine for me that would be really helpful conversation 48 giving advice listen and practice I'm having trouble sleeping lately do you have any advice have you tried establishing a regular bedtime routine not really what kind of routine do you suggest try going to bed at the same time each night and avoid screens an hour before sleep that makes sense any other tips avoid caffeine in the

evening and maybe try some relaxation techniques like deep breathing those are good ideas do you think I should see a doctor if it continues if it persists for more than a few weeks it might be worth Consulting a professional conversation 49 renting a car listen and practice hi I'd like to rent a car for the weekend what options do you have we have several options are you looking for a compact midsize or SUV a midsize would be perfect what's the daily rate the midsize is $50 per day would you like to add insurance what does

the insurance cover it covers damage to the car and theft it's an additional $15 per day okay I'll take the insurance do I need to return it with a full tank yes please return it with a full tank now can I see your driver's license conversation 50 visiting a lost and found listen and practice excuse me I lost my wallet yesterday is this the lost and found yes it is can you describe your wallet please it's a brown leather wallet with my initials LM on the front let me check our records when and where do

you think you lost it I think I left it in the cafeteria around lunchtime yesterday I see can you tell me what was inside the wallet my driver's licensed two credit cards and about $50 in cash good news we have a wallet matching that description let me get it for you conversation 50 one job interview listen and practice can you tell me about your experience in this field I've been working in marketing for 5 years specializing in digital campaigns interesting what's your biggest professional achievement so far I increased our client's online engagement by 200% in

just 6 months how does this role differ from my current position this role has more leadership respons posibilities how do you handle Team Management I believe in open communication and setting clear goals can you tell me more about the company culture we prioritize Innovation and work life balance do you have any other questions for me yes what opportunities for professional development do you offer conversation 52 office Small Talk listen and practice how was your weekend it was great thanks I went hiking how about yours I had a relaxing time just caught up on some reading

have you read any good books lately not recently but I'm looking for recommendations any suggestions I just finished a great mystery novel I could lend it to you if you're interested that would be wonderful thanks oh did you hear about the new coffee shop opening nearby no I didn't is it within walking distance from the office yes just two blocks away we should check it out during lunch sometime conversation 53 networking event listen and practice hi there I'm Lisa what brings you to this event nice to meet you Lisa I'm John I'm here to learn

about new trends in the industry you same here what field are you in I'm in software development how about you I work in marketing have you attended any interesting sessions today yes the one on AI was fascinating are you planning to go to the panel discussion later absolutely it sounds intriguing would you like to grab a coffee and chat more before it starts that sounds great I'd love to hear more about your work in marketing conversation 54 team building activities listen and practice what do you think about the company's plan for a team building Retreat

I'm excited about it I think it'll be a great opportunity to get to know everyone better me too do you have any idea what activities they're planning I heard there might be some problemsolving challenges and outdoor activities what are are you hoping for I'd love some group creativity exercises do you think it'll actually improve our teamwork I believe it will if everyone participates fully what do you think is the biggest challenge our team Faces Sometimes communication breaks down between departments maybe the retreat can address that good point we should suggest that to the organizers it

could make a real difference conversation 55 career goals listen and practice where do you see yourself professionally in 5 years I'm aiming for a senior management position how about you I'd like to start my own consultancy firm what steps are you taking towards your goal I'm working on an MBA part-time are you doing anything specific to prepare for entrepreneurship yes I'm taking some business coures is online do you think our current roles are helping us reach our goals definitely the leadership experience is invaluable what skills do you think we need to develop further I think

improving our public speaking would be beneficial any other areas you're focusing on financial management is a big one for me maybe we could practice these skills together conversation 56 work life balance listen and practice how do you manage to balance your work and personal life it's a challenge but I try to set clear boundaries how about you I'm still struggling with it do you have any specific strategies that work for you I make sure to turn off email notifications after work hours have you tried that not yet but that's a good idea how do you

handle working overtime when NE Neary I try to compensate by taking time off later do you feel our company supports work life balance they seem to but I think there's room for improvement any suggestions on what they could do better maybe offering more flexible work hours or remote work options could help conversation 57 social media usage listen and practice how often do you use social media I check it a few times a day how about you I'm trying to cut back but it's hard which platforms do you use most mainly Instagram and Twitter do you

think social media affects your productivity sometimes especially when I'm procrastinating how do you manage your time on social media I use app timers to limit my usage have you tried any digital detox methods not really but I'm interested what benefits have you noticed from limiting your use I feel more present in real life interactions maybe we could challenge each other to a week-long detox conversation 58 online dating listen and practice have you ever tried online dating yes I've used a few apps how about you I've been considering it what has your experience been like it's

been mixed some good dates some not so good which app are you thinking of trying I've heard good things about Bumble do you have any tips for creating a good profile be honest and show your personality have you thought about what you're looking for in a match I'm looking for someone with similar interests and values how do you usually start conversations on these apps I try to reference something in their profile it shows I've paid attention want me to review your profile when you make one conversation 59 cultural differences listen and practice have you ever

experienced culture shock while traveling yes when I visited Japan the etiquette was so different how about you I felt it in India the crowded streets were overwhelming at first first what surprised you most in Japan the level of politeness and the complex social rules what was your favorite part of Indian culture I love the vibrant colors and the food do you think experiencing other cultures is important absolutely it broadens your perspective how do you prepare for cultural differences when traveling I Tred to read about local Customs beforehand have you ever had any cultural misunderstandings once

I used the wrong hand gesture and offended someone it taught me to be more careful conversation 60 learning a new language listen and practice what language are you currently learning I'm studying Spanish how about you I'm learning Japanese what made you choose Spanish it's widely spoken and useful for travel why did you pick Japanese I'm fascinated by the culture and want to visit Japan how are you practicing your Spanish I use language apps and watch Spanish TV shows any study methods you find particularly effective I've been doing language exchanges online it really helps with conversation

skills that's a great idea maybe we could practice our new languages together sometime conversation 61 book club discussion listen and practice what did you think of this month's book choice I enjoyed it overall but the ending felt rushed what was your impression I agree about the ending I love the character development though which character did you relate to most I connected with the protagonist struggle how about you I found the antagonist surprisingly sympathetic what theme stood out to you the exploration of identity was fascinating did the book change your perspective on anything it made me

reconsider my views on forgiveness what rating would you give it out of five I'd give it a four it was thought-provoking despite its floss shall we suggest some options for next month conversation 62 movie review listen and practice what did you think of the new superhero movie we watched last night the special effects were amazing but the plot was a bit predictable your thoughts I agree about the effects I actually like the story especially the villain's backstory that's true the villain was welldeveloped how would you rate the acting performances the lead actor was great but

some supporting roles felt flat what did you think of the soundtrack The Music really enhanced the dramatic scenes do you think it lived up to the hype not entirely but it was entertaining would you recommend it to others yes for the visuals alone it's worth seeing in the cinema shall we discuss the post-edit scene conversation 63 TV show recommendations listen and practice have you been watching any good TV shows lately I just finished the crown it was fantastic have you seen it not yet but I've heard good things what did you like about it the

acting and historical details were impressive what kind of shows do you usually enjoy I'm a big fan of sci-fi series have you watched the expanse no I haven't what's it about it's a space epic with great world building shall we watch the first episode together sometime that sounds great maybe we can start a weekly TV night conversation 64 music preferences listen and practice what kind of music do you usually listen to I'm into indie rock and folk how about you I enjoy a mix of pop and R&B any favorite artist at the moment I've been

listening to a lot of Bon lately do you know them I've heard the name but I'm not familiar with their music any song you'd recommend try holline it's beautiful do you use any music streaming services yes I use Spotify it's great for discovering new artists have you been to any good concerts recently I saw Florence and the Machine last month it was incredible we should go to a show together sometime conversation 65 Art Gallery visit listen and practice what do you think of this abstract painting it's intriguing the use of color is striking what's your

interpretation I see a conflict between nature and Technology the brush Strokes seem very emotional to me interesting perspective I hadn't considered that which artwork has been your favorite so far I loved the sculpture in the previous room the textures were amazing how about you I'm drawn to the landscape paintings do you have a preferred art style I appreciate various Styles but I'm partial to impressionism shall we check out the modern art section next sounds good I'm curious to see how it compares to these more traditional pieces conversation 66 Museum tour listen and practice this dinosaur

exhibit is impressive isn't it absolutely the size of these creatures is mindboggling which period interests you most I'm fascinated by the Jurassic period how about you I find the extinction theories intriguing have you seen the interactive displays not yet are they worth checking out definitely they have a virtual reality experience of prehistoric environments that sounds amazing do you think we'll have time to see the Gem and Mineral exhibit too if we hurry we should I've heard their collection of meteorites is spectacular conversation 67 gardening tips listen and practice how's your garden doing this year it's

coming along nicely my tomatoes are thriving how about yours I'm having trouble with my roses any tips for dealing with aphids neem oil works well for me have you tried companion planting not yet what plants work well together I plant marigolds near my vegetables to repel pests what's your favorite thing to grow I love growing herbs they're useful and smell great any plans to expand your garden I'm thinking of adding a small vegetable patch do you have any advice for a beginner conversation 68 Pet Care listen and practice how's your new puppy settling in he's

doing well but still chewing everything any advice on training consistency is key have you tried redirecting him to toys yes that seems to help how often do you think I should walk him for a puppy short frequent walks are best have you started any obedience classes not yet but I'm looking into it how do you manage when you're at work all day I have a dog walker come at lunchtime have you puppy proofed your house mostly but he still finds new things to get into it's like having a toddler conversation 69 volunteering opportunities listen and

practice I've been thinking about volunteering lately do you have any experience with it yes I volunteer at the local animal shelter what kind of volunteering interests you I'm considering something related to Environmental Conservation any suggestions there's a group that does River cleanups money monthly want me to introduce you that sounds perfect how much time do you usually commit to volunteering I do about 4 hours a week it's flexible though have you thought about the skills you could offer I'm good with organization and data analysis how do you think that could be useful those skills are

always needed you could help with event planning or tracking the impact of cleanups convers ation 70 environmental issues listen and practice what do you think is the most pressing environmental issue right now climate change is at the top of my list what about you I agree but I'm also concerned about plastic pollution in oceans what can we do on a personal level we could start by reducing our plastic use and carbon footprint have you tried any eco-friendly products lately yes I've switched to Bamboo toothbrushes have you made any changes in your daily life I've started

composting and using public transport more do you think individual actions make a difference every little bit helps but we need systemic change too should we organize a community cleanup that's a great idea we could get our colleagues involved too conversation 71 technology Trends listen and practice what tech Trend are you most excited about right now I'm fascinated by the potential of artificial intelligence how about you I'm really interested in Renewable Energy Technologies do you think AI will affect our jobs it's likely to change many Industries have you considered learning any new tech skills I've been

thinking about taking a coding course what skills do you think will be most valuable in the future data analysis and cyber security seem crucial are you worried about any aspects of advancing technology I'm concerned about privacy issues how do you protect your personal data online I use a VPN and I'm careful about what I share on social media maybe we could attend a tech workshop together conversation 72 Fitness goals listen and practice what are your current fitness goals I'm training for a half marathon how about you I'm focusing on strength training how's your training going

it's challenging but rewarding do you follow a specific program for strength training I use a fitness app for guidance have you ever used fitness trackers yes I find them motivating what's been the biggest challenge in your fitness journey staying consistent with my routine how do you stay motivated I set small achievable goals and reward myself want to be workout buddies conversation 73 healthy eating habits listen and practice I'm trying to improve my eating habits any tips I found meal prepping really helpful what's specific changes are you aiming for I want to incorporate more vegetables into

my diet do you have any favorite healthy recipes I make a great kale and quinoa salad have you tried reducing processed foods I'm working on it but it's challenging how do you handle cravings for unhealthy snacks I keep healthy snacks readily available have you considered Consulting a nutritionist not yet but that's a good idea how is changing your diet impacted your energy levels I've noticed a significant Improvement let's exchange some healthy recipes conversation 74 mental health awareness listen and practice how do you prioritize your mental health I practice daily meditation what methods work for you

I find journaling very helpful have you ever tried therapy yes I found it beneficial do you think there's still stigma around mental health issues unfortunately yes how can we help raise awareness we could share our experiences more openly what do you think contributes most a good mental health I believe a support system is crucial how do you maintain work life balance for your mental well-being I set clear boundaries and make time for hobbies should we start a mental health support group at work conversation 75 Stress Management listen and practice what's your go- to method for

managing stress I find exercise really helps me d-stress what works for you I use deep breathing techniques have you ever tried mindfulness apps yes I use one for guided meditations how do you handle work-related stress I try to prioritize tasks and take short breaks do you think our workplace promotes Stress Management there's room for improvement what changes would you suggest maybe offering Stress Management workshops how do you unwind after a stressful day I enjoy reading or taking a long walk we should organize a stress relief activity for our team conversation 76 find financial planning listen

and practice how do you approach financial planning I try to follow a monthly budget and save for retirement what about you I'm working on building an emergency fund have you ever used any financial planning apps yes I find them helpful for tracking expenses what's your biggest Financial goal right now I'm saving for a down payment on a house how do you balance saving and enjoying life now I allocate a portion of my income for fun money have you considered speaking with a financial advisor I thought about it do you have any tips for reducing unnecessary

expenses I review my subscriptions regularly and meal plan to reduce food waste want to have a monthly budget checkin conversation 77 budgeting tips listen and practice what's your best budgeting tip I use the 50/30 sl20 rule 50% needs 30% wants 20% savings how do you budget I track every expense in a spreadsheet have you tried any budgeting apps yes I use myth it's great for categorizing expenses how do you handle unexpected costs I have a separate miscellaneous fund do you find it hard to stick to your budget sometimes especially for social activities how do you

budget for holidays and gifts I save a little each month for those have you found any creative ways to save money I've started doing clothing swaps with friends it's fun and saves money we should share more money-saving ideas conversation 78 investment strategies listen and practice how do you approach investing I focus on a diversified portfolio of index funds what's your investment strategy I'm just starting out mostly with lowrisk options have you invested in individual stocks a few but I prefer funds for lower risk what do you think about cryptocurrency Investments they seem risky but I'm

curious how do you stay informed about in investment opportunities I follow financial news and blocks have you considered real estate investment I thought about it how do you decide how much to invest each month I automatically invest a fixed percentage of my income want to join an investment club together conversation 79 starting a business listen and practice have you ever thought about starting your own business yes I've been considering it what kind of business interests you I'm thinking about a sustainable fashion brand what's your business idea I've been exploring a tech startup in the education

sector what do you think is the biggest challenge in starting a business probably securing initial funding have you looked into any small business loans or grants not yet but that's a good suggestion how would you go about market research for your idea I'd start with surveys and focus groups have you considered taking any business courses that's a great idea maybe we could take an online entrepreneurship course together conversation 80 entrepreneurship listen and practice what traits do you think are essential for an entrepreneur I'd say resilience and adapt stability are crucial what do you think I

agree and I'd add creativity in risk-taking have you met any inspiring entrepreneurs yes I attended a startup conference last month what area of Entrepreneurship interests you most I'm fascinated by social entrepreneurship how about you I'm drawn to Tech entrepreneurship what do you think is the biggest misconception about being an entrepreneur perhaps that it's an easy way to get rich quick how would you balance business and personal life as an entrepreneur that's a challenge Maybe by setting clear boundaries and delegating tasks want to attend an entrepreneurship workshop together conversation 81 home renovation listen and practice are

you planning any home renovation projects yes I'm thinking of redo doing my kitchen how about you I want to create a home office space have you done any Renovations before I remodeled my bathroom last year what's your biggest concern about renovating probably staying within budget how did you manage costs in your bathroom project I got multiple quotes and did some work myself have you considered the return on investment for your kitchen renovation that's a good point how do you find Reliable contractors I ask for recommendations and check online reviews want to visit a home improvement

store together for ideas conversation 82 interior design listen and practice how would you describe your interior design style I lean towards a minimalist modern look what's your preferred style I love a cozy rustic feel have you you ever worked with an interior designer no but I've considered it where do you get your interior design inspiration mostly from home decor magazines and Pinterest how often do you change your home decor I like to make small changes seasonally what's your favorite room in your home my living room it's where I relax how do you choose color schemes

for your spaces I usually start with a key piece and build around it Want To Go furniture shop together sometime conversation 83 fashion trends listen and practice what do you think about current fashion trends I try to focus on Timeless pieces rather than Trends how about you I enjoy experimenting with Trends but also have staple items what's your go to outfit usually jeans and a well-fitted t-shirt how do you decide what to buy When shopping I consider versatility and quality have you tried any sustainable fashion brands yes I'm trying to shop more ethically how do

you stay updated on fashion trends I follow Fashion influencers on Instagram do you think fashion is important in professional settings it can make a good impression but skills matter more want to check out that new Boutique downtown conversation 84 beauty tips listen and practice I've been trying to improve my beauty routine lately that's interesting what kind of changes are you making I'm focusing on natural ingredients do you have any skincare tips I just try to stay hydrated what natural ingredients are you using I've been using honey as a face mask have you ever tried any

daai beauty treatments not really but I'm curious how effective is the honey mask it's made my skin feel softer would you like to try a homemade scrub sometime sure that could be fun maybe you could show me how to make one conversation 85 skincare routine listen and practice my skin has been acting up recently sorry to hear that have you changed changed anything in your routine I switched to a new cleanser what's your skin care routine like I just use soap and water is that bad it depends on your skin type have you ever considered

using a moisturizer not really do you think it would help it could prevent dryness want to go shopping for skincare products together that might be helpful you seem to know a lot about this stuff conversation 86 Hair Care advice listen and practice I'm thinking of changing my hairstyle that sounds exciting what style are you considering maybe some highlights do you ever experiment with your hair not much I usually keep it simple what made you want to change I feel like I need a fresh look how often do you get your hair cut every couple of

months have you considered any other colors I thought about going blonde what do you think would suit me I think you'd look great as a blonde but your natural color is nice too conversation 87 makeup techniques listen and practice I've been watching makeup tutorials online that's cool have you learned any interesting techniques I'm practicing contouring do you have any opinion on makeup I appreciate it as an art form what's the most challenging part of makeup for you probably getting eyeliner even on both eyes do you think there's pressure on women to wear makeup it seems

like there is but I think it should be a personal choice have you tried any bold looks not yet but I want to experiment with bright eyeshadows would you notice if someone was wearing subtle makeup probably not unless I was specifically looking for it it's impressive how natural it can look conversation 88 DIY projects listen and practice I started a DIY project to upcycle old furniture that sounds interesting what are you working on I'm turning an old Ladder into a bookshelf have you ever done any DIY I've done some basic home repairs where where did

you get the idea for your project I saw it on a crafting blog do you think DIY is coste effective it can be plus it's satisfying to create something yourself what tools are you using mostly just sandpaper and paint so far would you like to help me with the next stage sure I'd be happy to it sounds like a fun project conversation 89 craft ideas listen and practice I've been getting into crafting as a hobby that's great what kind of crafts do you enjoy I love knitting and want to try Pottery do you have any

creative Hobbies I used to do some woodworking what do you like about knitting it's relaxing and I can make useful items have you ever thought about selling your Creations I hadn't considered it do you sell your knitted items not yet yet but I'm thinking about it want to attend a craft fair together sometime that could be fun it might give us both some new ideas conversation 90 photography tips listen and practice I'm trying to improve my photography skills that's a great hobby what kind of photos do you like to take mostly Landscapes and nature shots

do you have any experience with photography a little I enjoy taking Street photos what camera do you use I use my smartphone but I'm considering buying a DSLR any advice on camera selection it depends on your needs have you thought about taking a photography class that's a good idea do you know of any local classes or workshops there's a camera club that meets at the community center want to check it out together conversation 91 video game discussion listen and practice I just started playing this new RPG game oh cool which one I've been gaming a

lot lately too it's called Eternal Quest what games are you into I'm more into strategy games what do you like about RPGs I love the storytelling and character development have you ever tried an RPG a few times but I find them timec consuming what's the story line of Eternal Quest it's about a Hero trying to save a dying World want to watch me play sometime sure that could be fun maybe you can show me why you enjoy them so much conversation 92 board game night listen and practice I'm playing a board game night this weekend

that sounds fun what games are you thinking of playing I was thinking Kate and or Ticket to Ride do you have any favorites I really enjoy pandemic how many people are you inviting just a small group maybe four to six people would you like to join us I'd love to should I bring any snacks or drinks that would be great do you think we should have a tournament Style game night that could be exciting maybe we could have small prizes for the winners conversation 93 outdoor activities listen and practice the weather's been great for outdoor

activities lately it really has have you been doing anything outdoors I've been going for bike rides what about you I've been trying to go hiking more where do you usually cycle there's a nice Trail along the river have you explored any good hiking spots there's a great Trail in the state park nearby would you be interested in a hike sometime that sounds wonderful should we plan a group outing great idea we could make it a whole day trip with a picnic conversation 94 camping experience listen and practice I'm planning my first camping trip next month

that's exciting where are you planning to go there's a campground in the mountains nearby have you been camping before many times it's a great way to connect with nature what gear have you got so far just a tent and sleeping bag what else do you think I need a good cooler is essential and don't forget a first aid kit are you going alone or with a group I'm going with a few friends any tips for firsttime campers always check the weather forecast and leave no Trace want to borrow some of my camping equipment conversation 95

hiking Adventures listen and practice I discovered a new hiking trail last weekend that's great where is it located it's in the National Forest about an hour's drive do you have hike often I try to go once a month what's the difficulty level of this new Trail it's moderate with some steep sections what's the most challenging hike you've done probably a 3-day Trek in the mountains have you ever considered a long distance hike I'd love to try one do you think we could plan a group hiking trip absolutely it would be fun to explore a new

Trail together conversation 96 Beach Day plans listen and practice I'm thinking of organizing a beach day next week that sounds like a great idea which beach were you considering I was thinking about Shell Beach have you been there yes it's lovely what activities are you planning definitely swimming maybe some beach volleyball do you have any Beach day Essentials sunscreen is a must and I always bring a good book should we make it a potluck that's a great idea what dish would you like to bring I make a mean potato salad shall I bring that conversation

97 City exploration listen and practice I want to explore more of our City this weekend that's a great idea any specific areas you want to check out I heard the Old Town has some interesting architecture do you have any favorite spots in the city I love the Art District have you been to the new rooftop garden not yet but it sounds lovely do you prefer guided tours or exploring on your own I like to wander and discover things myself how about we explore the Old Town together that would be fun Should we make a list

of places to see good idea we could include some local cafes for too conversation 98 historical landmarks listen and practice I visited the Old Clock Tower yesterday that's a great Landmark what did you think of it the view from the top was amazing have you been to any historical sites recently I went to the ancient ruins outside the city last month do you have a favorite historical per period I'm fascinated by the Renaissance what about the ruins impressed you most the scale of the architecture was incredible would you be interested in a historical walking tour

that sounds fascinating do you know if they offer those in our city yes there's one that covers the medieval quarter shall we book it for next weekend conversation 99 local cuisine listen and practice I tried a new local restaurant last night how was it I'm always looking for good local spots the food was delicious very authentic do you have a favorite local dish I love the regional dumplings what did you order at the new place I had their specialty stew have you ever tried cooking local dishes at home a few times with mixed results would

you be interested in a local cooking class that's a great idea do you know of any good ones there's one at the community center want to sign up together conversation 100 International festivals listen and practice there's an international Culture Festival happening next month that sounds interesting do you know which cultures will be represented I heard there will be food and performances from at least 10 countries have you been to any International festivals before yes I went to a great one last year what are you most excited to see at this Festival I'm looking forward to

trying different Cuisines do you have a favorite International Cuisine I love Thai food are there any particular performances you want to see I'm curious about the traditional dance shows want to go to the Festival together definitely we should make a day of it and try to see as much as possible