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The best conversation starter game

PLUS: The “2-2-2 Rule” for a spark-filled relationship

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Hunter Masters
April 18, 2024

The Spark (by Hunter at Show Her Off Dance).

“Thinking of you keeps me awake. Dreaming of you keeps me asleep. Being with you keeps me alive.”

~Unknown

Connecting Conversations

Sometimes a great question is all you need to start a meaningful conversation :)

This weekend, try asking your significant other:

  • What's the best mistake you've ever made and why?

  • What's something you think I'm in your life to teach you?

  • What do you worry you might never get over?

Have any questions that you’d suggest I include for future editions? 

Reply to this email and let me know.

Date Night

I’ve heard from a lot of you that you love the Conversation Starters at the beginning of every newsletter. 

So here’s a date night idea that turns questions like those into a game!

It’s called: “Would You Rather?”  

There are hundreds of questions you can ask that force you both into simple answers. 

They can be telling or require explanation 😉 

The best part are the conversations in between – they usually spark the most profound insight. 

Here are some sample questions: Would you rather... 

  • receive a sentimental or expensive gift?  

  • take a long walk on the beach or go for a hike? 

  • date someone you trust or someone you don’t trust but love? 

  • be loved or be in love? 

  • receive a good morning or a good night text? 

  • be with someone who’s always late or always early? 

  • have more time or more money? 

  • be constantly surprised or always know what’s coming? 

  • outlive your partner or have your partner outlive you? 

You can play the game online, clicking your answer each time, on the official website. 

But I encourage you to get offline: print out a list of questions and ask them over a tasty beverage or meal. 

Here are 47 questions to get you started.  

I’d love to know what you learned about your partner (and yourself)! 

The Love Lab

I don’t usually follow romantic advice from Reddit, but this interesting concept was posted a few years ago and has become a thing: the 2-2-2 Rule. 

Have you heard of it? 

  • You go on a date every 2 weeks (I disagree! Stick to your weekly date night) 😉 

  • Go on a weekend getaway every 2 months 

  • Take a week-long vacation every 2 years  

Obviously, your budget will dictate how often you can take trips, but you can always make your own rules. 

Maybe 1-4-2?  

Or 1-6-1? 

The benefit couples find in this “rule” is that they increase time spent planning together and prioritize the relationship on a regular basis. 

This leads to great conversations, excitement and regularly looking forward to something special 🛫 

Read more about what the 2-2-2- Rule entails here. 

What do you think of this concept?   

That’s it for this week’s edition of The Spark :) 

Put this edition’s ideas to work this weekend, and see first-hand how small, intentional acts can transform your relationship.

Keep the spark’s flying,

Hunter Masters

Director of Romance

Whenever you’re ready, there are 3 ways I can help you:

  1. Take on Date Night Dancing 2 & 3 - If you’ve finished Date Night 1 and are ready to add more moves to your dance list checkout Date Night 2 and Date Night 3 for more fun and laughter together right at home.

  2. Sign up for early access to Treasure Time Talks - Brand new Date Night program launching in April that will have you two laughing, loving and communicating better. No dancing in this program but plenty of fun. Spots are limited.

  3. Book a Cupid Consult session with Hunter - Want to plan a memorable evening, event or surprise for your significant other? From proposals, anniversaries, romantic getaways to unique home dates I can help you stir up something magical. 

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