We've all experienced this awkward moment: You're at a party, networking event, or gathering, and the only people you know are occupied. You might be tempted to scroll through your phone, distract ...

Entertaining is more than setting the table and cooking a meal. It's also about making guests feel comfortable—and that can mean helping the convo flow. In fact, a few reliable conversation starters ...

Whether you're on a first date or at a networking event, it can be intimidating to strike up a conversation with someone new. No matter how nervous you may be to initiate a conversation with someone ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Striking up a conversation—especially with a stranger—is a lot like adding kindling to a fire pit and ...