Right now
Questions grounded in the present moment
Try “What made today better than expected?”, “What song matches your mood right now?” or “What is the best thing you have eaten this week?”
Present-moment questions are easy to answer because the memory is close. They also create immediate follow-ups.
Imagine
Questions that make room for personality
Ask “Which city gets your free weekend?”, “What skill would you learn instantly?” or “What would your perfect lazy day include?”
A small imaginary choice is playful without requiring a performance. Ask why after the first answer.
Share
Turn the prompt into an exchange
After she answers, offer your own short answer. The prompt succeeds when it becomes a shared subject rather than a one-sided question.
Keep two or three starters nearby, not twenty-five at once. Listening should decide which one comes next.