7 Questions To Ask on The First Date

The success of most relationships isn’t in the butterflies; it’s in the quality of the conversations. That’s why a first date isn’t just about looking good or impressing, it’s about understanding! In this episode of Mindscale with Olushola, I’ll share the first date questions that actually matter, the kind that help you see values, priorities, and emotional maturity early, not after months of wrong assumptions. So before you go on that date this evening, bring out your book and pen and learn: • Why asking about values matters more than hobbies • How to spot emotional intelligence from one question • The kind of questions that reveal growth mindset and self-awareness • How to know if someone is truly compatible beyond surface talk If this resonates, drop a comment with one question you’d ask on a first date. 🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell for more practical conversations that help you love smarter and live better. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:40 – How To Build Stronger Connections 03:12 – The Right Questions To Ask on a First Date 05:04 – How Do You Know This Relationship Will Be Healthy? 06:52 – What Are You Currently Working on Improving? 08:21 – Who Has Influenced You the Most in Life? 09:54 – How Do You Handle Stress? 11:35 – How Do You Handle Forgiveness After Mistakes? 13:06 – What’s Your Plan For This Relationship? 15:40 – Conclusion