As Children, many of us were taught never to talk to strangers. As parents and grandparents, our message must change with technology to include strangers on the internet.

Using the ping pong method of asking questions can help open up conversations and create connections, as seen in the interaction with Character B, showcasing the power of showing genuine interest in others.

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Men always talk about the most important things to perfect strangers. In the perfect stranger we perceive man himself; the image of a God is not disguised by resemblances to an uncle or doubts of wisdom of a mustache.

The ping pong method is a conversational technique that keeps the discussion flowing naturally by<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Alternating questions and responses allows both parties to contribute and get to know each other,</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Questions and answers are exchanged smoothly, fostering comfortable and engaging discussions, and enhancing connections and understanding between individuals.</li></ul>

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3. Add Your Contribution: When using the ping pong method, talk a little bit more about the other person's answer before asking another related question.<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">This shows that you are actively listening and can help maintain the flow of the conversation.</li></ul> 4. Connect with the other Person: By adding your thoughts, sharing experiences, and asking follow-up questions, you can show the other person that you are engaged in the conversation and interested in what they have to say.

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This encourages:<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">active listening,</li><li class="ql-align-justify">deeper understanding, and</li><li class="ql-align-justify">smoother conversation flow,</li><li class="ql-align-justify">creating a more engaging and enjoyable interaction for both parties.</li></ul>

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So here are the reasons why I talk to strangers: Because I never know what might happen, because the world is full of surprises, and because the very thing I am most worried about might turn into the thing I need most.

And Contrary to popular kindergarten doctrine, talk to as many strangers as possible.

Sports (and the often barely withheld violence around them) have become one of the few modern ways to connect with strangers. They give an amazing number of geeks things to talk about. In the old days we settled for, Hello, how are you?

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Utilize humor,</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Maintain natural eye contact,</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Use the other person's name, and</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Display confident body language</li></ul>to enhance the effectiveness of the Ping Pong Method.

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5. Avoid jumping topics: Instead of quickly moving on to the next subject, try to stay on the current topic by asking relevant questions and sharing your own experiences or thoughts related to the discussion. By following these tips, one can effectively use the ping-pong method to keep conversations engaging and build connections with others.

🦋 Tips for using the ping-pong method effectively ( 3).

1. Engage in a Conversation: The ping pong method is not about interviewing with a rehearsed list of questions. It involves asking questions, listening to the responses, and contributing to the discussion. 2. Show Interest:  Ask the right questions and show genuine interest in the other person. This can help you stay on one topic, such as your job, pets, or favorite books, for hours.

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<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Character A used the ping pong method to connect with Character B by asking questions about his cats (his matter of interest).</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Initially, Character B was quiet and did not offer much information.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">However, by showing interest in his cats, asking follow-up questions, and adding thoughts to the conversation, Character A was able to get Character B to open up and share more about his cats.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">This led to a great conversation and connection between them.</li></ul>

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<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">It is important to show genuine interest in others by asking questions to initiate meaningful conversations and build connections.</li></ul>

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So here are the reasons why I talk to strangers: Because I never know what might happen, because the world is full of surprises, and because the very thing I am most worried about might turn into the thing I need most.

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