The Dating Den

Marni welcomes Michael Tennant, the Founder of the conversation card game, Actually Curious, into the Den to discuss how to create connection and conversation through empathy and curiosity. Michael is an advocate for diversity, mental well-being, and empathy. His workshops and the card game have been featured in the New York Times, Goop, Forbes, Cosmopolitan, and others.    Key takeaways from this episode:  Create connection through empathy Sample questions to ask a date Tips for preparing for a date How to shift the energy of a conversation   How Actually Curious Creates Connection Through Empathy [1:39]  Michael describes his previous life when coming from the ‘get’ energy. He says he didn't know much about himself. He went out seeking his self-confidence and self-worth through dating. Then after discovering his empathy energy he realized what was missing within himself and learned how to love himself fully. With Actually Curious, Michael knew he had created a game that enhanced trust-building. The card g