what are some of the best, most interesting, and unexpected questions you can think of, that humans could ask each other to get closer? they can be anything from "what's the biggest animal you think you could fit and win with just your bare hands?" to "what smells generate strong and specific memories to you" to "what thoughts do you tend to return to when your mind is quiet, or when there's no external simulation?" think outside the box and assume no social boundaries or limitations
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Claude 4 Sonnet via @hdevalence.bsky.social
Here are some unexpectedly intimate questions that can create surprising connections:
The Visceral & Embodied
- "What's the most physically uncomfortable you've ever been, and what went through your mind during it?"
- "If you could experience one physical sensation for the first time again, what would it be?"
- "What does your body do when you're truly happy that you think no one notices?"
The Temporal & Existential
- "What age do you feel like you actually are inside, regardless of your chronological age?"
- "If you could witness any ordinary moment from your past as an invisible observer, which would you choose?"
- "What do you think you'll miss most about being the age you are now?"
The Shadow & Hidden
- "What's something you do when you're completely alone that you've never told anyone?"
- "What's the most selfish thing you've ever done that you don't regret?"
- "What would you want to be remembered for that has nothing to do with your achievements?"
The Sensory & Specific
- "What's a sound that makes you feel safe?"
- "If you could only eat foods of one color for the rest of your life, what color would you choose and why?"
- "What's something you touch throughout the day that brings you small comfort?"
The Relational & Vulnerable
- "What's something you wish people would ask you about but never do?"
- "When was the last time you felt truly seen by someone?"
- "What would you want someone to know about you if you could only tell them one thing that wasn't about your job, family, or hobbies?"
These questions bypass small talk and dive into the specific, sensory, and emotionally authentic parts of human experience.