1. Who was your best friend when they were 12, and who is your best friend now? Are there any changes in the importance of friendship and the type of friends you choose?
2. Have you found making new friends easier or more difficult as you've gotten older? Why do you think that is?
3. Have your friendships changed since getting married or having children? If so, in what ways?
4. Do you think men and women have different expectations or needs in their friendships? If so, how do you see that playing out in your relationships?
5. How has your relationship with your spouse or partner affected your friendships?
6. Do you think having children affects the quality or quantity of your friendships? If so, how?
7. Have you ever had to navigate conflicts between your friendships and your family or romantic relationships? How did you handle it?
8. How would you describe your current romantic relationship?
9. How has your perspective on romantic relationships changed over time?
10. What do you consider the most important factors for maintaining a healthy romantic relationship?
11. How has your romantic relationship influenced other areas of your life?
12. How do you manage conflicts or disagreements in your romantic relationship?
13. How has the role of intimacy in your romantic relationship evolved throughout your life?
14. What do you think are the key differences between romantic relationships in early adulthood versus later adulthood?
15. How have external factors such as work, finances, and children impacted your romantic relationship over time?
16. How have cultural or societal changes affected your views on romantic relationships?
17. How has technology influenced your romantic relationships throughout your life?
18. How do you balance individual autonomy with the needs of a romantic partnership?
19. How has your experience with past romantic relationships influenced your current relationship?
20. How has the physical and emotional aspects of your romantic relationship changed over time?
21. How do you maintain a sense of closeness and intimacy in your romantic relationship?
22. How has your communication style in romantic relationships changed over time?
23. What advice would you give to someone entering a new romantic relationship at your current stage of life?
24. How do you envision your romantic relationship changing as you age?
25. What do you think are the most important qualities for a successful romantic relationship throughout life?