Listen "#68 - Navigating Post-Election Conversations"
Episode Synopsis
Are you worried about Thanksgiving dinner conversations with family members who voted differently than you? In this week's episode, we listen to a conversation with Suzanne, who is trying to navigate issues of duty and connection with family members who don't share her values.We discuss:1:39 How do I explain to my family that I can't talk to them?4:55 Working with the concept of duty9:48 Developing boundaries around our relational terms of engagement 15:32 What needs are met when I reach out?18:19 The difference between the public self and the private self/fitting in vs. belonging27:15 What makes taking the next step in personal growth easier 31:14 Closing thoughtsMy online course How to Have Hard Conversations can help you navigate your next difficult conversation. Need a roadmap for a difficult talk? Register today!For ongoing practice and deeper learning, join my monthly membership program. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human Connection Hop on one of our live calls Check out my YouTube page
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