For millions of couples, Valentine’s Day means cards, chocolates, and fancy dinners. And while gifts and a date can be fun, the holiday can be a great opportunity to strengthen your relationship with quality conversation.

If you don't get intentional about the conversation you're having, it’s easy for your Valentine’s Day date to slip into the usual small talk—complaining about your job, discussing the kids, or talking about friends. Those topics won’t do much for your connection as a couple.

As I share in my book, 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don’t Do, asking good questions can turn any conversation into an opportunity for genuine connection. In fact, asking quality questions can spark conversations that strengthen your relationship.

So, this Valentine’s Day, consider asking questions that cultivate closeness. Here are 10 questions you can use to spark the conversations that will help you become a stronger couple:

Sometimes, we think the big things are the most important, and we might underestimate the power of little things—like a hug after a long day or an encouraging text during the middle of the day. This question helps you learn more about what’s important to your partner, so you don’t have to guess what they appreciate the most.

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