The 36 Questions That Lead to Love is a set of 36 increasingly personal questions designed to foster intimacy and connection between two people. It was developed by psychologist Arthur Aron in 1997 as part of a study on interpersonal closeness.
The questions are divided into three sets, each designed to build upon the previous one. The first set focuses on surface-level information, such as favorite colors and hobbies. The second set delves into more personal territory, exploring values, fears, and aspirations. The third and final set is the most intimate, asking questions about love, loss, and life goals.