Happy Things to Talk About This October

Upbeat conversation is a great way to stay positive as the evenings get colder and darker. There’s a great selection of topics here, encouraging you to discuss happy memories, things you enjoy in everyday life, and more.

You could also make it a fun game by ripping and folding the individual topics, then putting the pieces of paper in a jar. For those evenings you want to discuss something deeper and meaningful, try these conversation ideas about change.

A place you’d love to visit this month.

Favorite childhood fall traditions.

What about fall makes you feel grateful.

A song you’ve heard recently that you loved.

A place you could visit every month and never get bored.

Plans you’re looking forward to this month.

Favorite fall dishes.

Favorite board games.

A memory from past Octobers that makes you smile.

What your ideal autumn day looks like.

A movie you love to rewatch every fall.

Your favorite treats at a fall fair or festival.

Something you added to your fall bucket list this year.

A movie release you’re looking forward to.

Holiday plans you’re excited about.

The most scenic spot you’ve discovered this year.

Your favorite photo you took this year.

A recent small win you’re happy about.

What makes for the perfect fall evening.

A book you’ve read recently that you loved.

A new restaurant or cuisine you’ve tried that you’d recommend.

Favorite pumpkin recipe.

Your favorite thing about fall.

An adventurous thing you did this year.