Conversations stall when they turn into an interview, with one person firing questions and the other giving short answers. Good texting is a back-and-forth, not an interrogation.
Mix questions with statements, share things about yourself, and follow the threads the other person opens instead of jumping topics.
Question after question feels like work. Share your own takes and stories so they can react, not just answer.
When they mention something, dig into it instead of changing the subject. People love talking about what they brought up.
A playful observation invites a reply just as well as a question, and feels more natural.
Avoid turning it into an interview. Mix in statements and stories about yourself, follow the threads they open, and keep the energy playful.
Usually because they become one-sided questions. Share more of yourself and react to what they say so it feels like a real back-and-forth.
Match their pace roughly. You do not need to reply instantly or text constantly. Quality and energy matter more than frequency.