You wouldn't head out on the open road without a map. When going through life, don't leave the Torah behind. Unless we learn how to communicate, we're all alone. When we're bored, we talk. Don't use conversation as an escape from reality.
Unnecessary talk dulls the mind.
Be fascinated with human beings and you'll be an excellent conversationalist. Wisdom is what life is about. Human beings have wisdom. That's something you and another can share together. Have a conversation, not a confrontation.