When sending messages using a dating app, choosing the right subjects can greatly affect the quality of your interactions. Here are some good subjects to talk about on a dating app, and some subject to avoid.

Good Subjects to Talk About

1. Hobbies and Interests

• Sharing what you enjoy doing in your free time

2. Travel and Places Visited

• Discussing favorite destinations or dream trips

3. Food and Cuisine

• Favorite dishes, cooking experiences, or restaurant recommendations

4. Pets and Animals

• Sharing stories or pictures of your pets

5. Music, Movies, Games

• Talking about favorite genres, recent finds, or recommendations

6. Goals and Aspirations

• Future plans, career ambitions, personal growth

7. Funny or Light-hearted Stories

• Making each other laugh to build rapport

Topics That (Usually) Kill the Vibe

1. Politics and Religion

• Unless you’re specifically on an app that centers shared values, these tend to be a little too heavy topics

2. Past Relationships

• Nobody wants to be the silhouette standing next to your past

3. Money and Financial Status

• Asking about salary or financial stability can seem intrusive

4. Health Issues (unless relevant and appropriate)

• Personal health topics should be approached with sensitivity

5. Negative or Complaining Topics

• Ranting about work or how much you hate dating apps creates a negative first impression

6. Overly Personal or Invasive Questions

• Such as family conflicts or personal trauma

7. Overly Sexual Content

• Fastest way to turn a blooming conversation into a haunted house

8. So Why Are You Still Single?

• No, don’t ask that

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