#428: How to Keep Politics From Destroying Your Relationships
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Are political differences with people you love threatening to tear your relationships apart? You’re definitely not alone! Today, we’re diving deep into the delicate dance of keeping relationships healthy across political divides.  In this episode, I’m sharing the strategies to help you navigate tricky conversations with grace, keep your cool, and protect your own happiness along the way. By the end, you’ll know exactly how to preserve the connections you care about most, even when politics threaten to tear you apart. Stick around to the end—I’ve got some free resources to help you practice these skills and share them with your loved ones. Let’s jump in!   Timestamps: 00:00 - Are Political Differences Threatening Your Relationships?   04:22 - Assess the Importance of Each Relationship   07:32 - Radical Acceptance (It's Tough, But Worth It!)   11:12 - Emotional Regulation - How to Stay Cool   16:49 - Focus on the Positives (Yes, Really!)   23:09 - Set & Maintain Healthy Boundaries   32:18 - Advanced Skills: Radical Curiosity and Empathy   39:06 - Free Resources + Final Thoughts If you loved this episode, don’t miss the next video in this series! Let’s keep building those relationship skills. P.S. Need a little more support? Check out my free Communication That Connects 2-Part Video Series. Also, join me Thursday at 12 pm MT for a live session right here on YouTube on this very topic, how to navigate political differences in relationships. You can even submit an anonymous question right here.  
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