You could start by sharing a short story of your own to break the ice. Then, ask open-ended questions and give them the space to talk. A friendly and non-judgmental attitude helps a lot.
No. It's not okay as it involves someone's private medical situation. We should always respect privacy.
You might figure out someone blocked you on story when you notice that their profile doesn't show up when you search for it, or if comments or likes you left on their previous stories disappear. But keep in mind, it could also be due to other technical glitches sometimes.
Try showing them some captivating snippets or quotes from the story. And tell them how it has impacted you or others who have read it. That might convince them to give it a go.
Well, one way is to clearly communicate your vision and the key elements you want in the story. Also, maybe offer some incentives or rewards to make it more appealing for them.
You can tell if they seem eager to share or keep hinting at something interesting. Maybe they start with 'You know what happened to me...' or have a faraway look in their eyes.
You can simply say, 'Siri, tell me a story.' That usually does the trick.
You can simply say, 'Siri, tell me a story.' and see if it responds.
You could start by showing them some popular and visually appealing comics. Like Marvel or DC series. Maybe start with a character they might be interested in based on their other hobbies or interests.
Well, one way is if you suddenly stop seeing updates from them in your feed when you used to. Another clue could be if you try to access their profile and the story section is unavailable or shows no content for you specifically. Sometimes, mutual friends mention something from their story that you have no idea about.
One way to tell is if they change the subject quickly whenever the topic comes up. Also, if they seem overly defensive or nervous when you mention it, that could be a sign.