Q&A for How to Keep a Phone Conversation Going with Your Girlfriend

Open-ended questions lead to great conversation. Try these: "What's something you've accomplished that you're proud of?" "What's your quirkiest habit?" "Have you ever been helped by a kind stranger?" "If you had a time machine, which year would you travel to?"

How do you feel about your girlfriend talking to somebody else on the phone at the same time? If you feel that her behavior is rude, let her know that you need to go and that you can catch up later when she isn't so busy. The next time you talk, tell her how that made you feel.

Being honest about what you want and then asking what she wants is a great idea. Talking about this on the phone is a good way to see whether you're on the same page.

Your girlfriend would probably love to hear silly or embarrassing stories from your childhood. You could also tell her about a funny YouTube video you saw or a joke you heard recently.