Advance Level Conversations- Series 3- Lesson 10- Talk about feelings
In this lesson, you learn 10 conversation questions about feelings with sample answers for having a normal conversation discussing feelings. We also have added 10 extra conversation questions if you decide to extend your discussion. Feelings are powerful and often influence how we interact with others and perceive the world around us. They can arise unexpectedly and tell us a lot about what we value, fear, or hope for.
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Conversation Questions about Sexual Partner
1- Are you annoyed when your partner, husband, or wife flirts with someone else? Why does it bother you?
Yeah, it does bother me when a partner flirts with someone else. It feels like a lack of respect, especially when you’re supposed to be emotionally committed to each other. Even if it’s “just harmless fun,” it still stings. Trust can feel shaken, and it can create unnecessary doubts. I think mutual respect should always come first in a relationship.
2- Do bad-mannered people upset you? Can you give an example?
Definitely, bad-mannered people upset me, especially when they’re rude for no reason. Like once, someone cut the line and acted like they didn’t see me, no apology, nothing. It’s frustrating because we all have bad days, but basic manners cost nothing. It makes public spaces feel more chaotic and tense. A little kindness really goes a long way.
3- Do you get angry when politicians make promises they can’t keep? Why do you think broken promises affect people so deeply?
Yes, it annoys me when politicians make empty promises. People believe in them hoping things will get better, so when those promises break, it feels like betrayal. It affects real lives like jobs, education, healthcare. Words from leaders carry weight. Broken promises damage trust in the entire system.
4- Do you get angry when you watch the news on TV and see all the terrible things happening in the world? How do you cope with those emotions?
Honestly, yes, watching the news can be overwhelming. There’s so much tragedy, it starts to feel emotionally draining. To cope, I take breaks from the news and focus on positive stories or do something creative. It helps me feel less hopeless and more in control. You can care without burning out.
5- Does it annoy you when shop assistants try to sell you things you don’t need? What do you usually say or do at that moment?
Yes, that’s annoying! Especially when I clearly said I was just browsing. I usually smile and say, “Thanks, I’m good for now.” If they keep pushing, I just politely walk away. I get that it’s their job, but too much pressure makes the experience uncomfortable.
6- Does it annoy you when someone interrupts you when you are speaking? Why?
Oh, for sure. Being interrupted feels like my thoughts aren’t being valued. It breaks the flow of what I’m trying to express. I try to stay calm and say, “Let me finish real quick.” Communication should be two-way, not a competition. Respect goes both ways.
7- Does it annoy you when someone knows everything better than you and says so? How do you keep calm in such situations?
Yes, it’s frustrating when someone acts like a know-it-all. It can feel belittling, even if they mean well. I usually nod and let them finish, then gently offer my own perspective. Staying calm helps, because reacting strongly just fuels the ego. Humility is much more attractive.
8- Does it annoy you when you are waiting in a long queue and someone pushes in front of you? How would you respond?
That really gets on my nerves! I mean, we’re all waiting, why should someone get a shortcut? I’d usually say, “Excuse me, there’s a line,” in a calm tone. Most people step back when called out. If they don’t, I let a staff member handle it to avoid a scene.
9- Does it annoy you when your teacher speaks too quickly? Do you ask questions?
Yes, it can be frustrating when a teacher talks too fast, especially during important points. I usually raise my hand or ask them to repeat it afterward. Some teachers don’t realize they’re going fast. It’s totally okay to speak up for yourself. Learning shouldn’t feel like a race.
10- Does it drive you crazy to always see the same faces and read about the same celebrities in the gossip columns? Why do you think people are so obsessed with celebrity culture?
Totally! It gets boring seeing the same faces over and over in gossip columns. Celebrity culture is so hyped up that it distracts from real issues. I think people follow it because it’s an easy escape from everyday stress. But honestly, it feels repetitive and shallow after a while. There’s so much more to life than who’s dating who.
More discussion questions about the feelings
For a longer conversation about feelings, you can use the below discussion questions about feelings:
1- Does it drive you crazy when waiters ignore you? Does it affect your mood?
2- Does it drive you crazy when you have invited people to dinner and they come late and the meal is spoiled? Do you say something or stay quiet?
3- Does it make you angry when motorists drive too closely behind you? What thoughts go through your mind at that moment?
4- Does it make you angry when people make nasty comments about you? How do you protect your self-esteem in such situations?
5- Does it make you angry when you have made an appointment to see the doctor at a certain time and he/she keeps you waiting for ages? What do you do while waiting?
6- Does it upset or annoy you when a beggar asks you for money? Why do you think you feel that way?
7- Does it upset you when you have to say “No” when someone asks you for help? What makes saying “No” difficult?
8- Does it upset you when you see homeless people? What emotions come up for you?
9- Does it upset you when you see people hitting children or animals? Why do you think that triggers such a strong response?
10- Does it upset you when you see pictures of famines in India, Africa, or other countries? Do you feel helpless, angry, or motivated?
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