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We shouldn't back away from
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discussing polarizing issues,
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even if it's with people
who disagree with us.
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By having these conversations,
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you will gain insight into people
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who think differently
than you do.
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Sure, it's uncomfortable,
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and yeah, I'd probably
agree that we don't
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change our minds
most of the time.
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But we can better understand
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opposing perspectives,
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which can help us
to better advocate
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for our own beliefs.
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Just talk about something
that’s uncomfortable,
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unconventional and
meaningful to you.
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And most importantly,
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do it with the intent
to listen and learn,
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not to win and not to agree.
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