“Tell me about the old days” can be hard to answer. Let AI suggest specific questions for a conversation with a relative or friend.
A bicycle, a kitchen table or an old radio can work better than asking about an entire life. AI can suggest openings without knowing the person's history.
A useful suggestion might be: “What sounds do you remember from the kitchen?” Follow-up: “Do you still hear any of them sometimes?” Pick two questions that feel natural and let the conversation take its own course. The list is a support, not an interrogation.
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