Wade into the complicated and difficult topic of interacting with others when we disagree with them. Using textual examples, discuss why people should treat others with respect and how to enter conversations that include trigger-laden issues such as religion, parenting, education, or diversity. Using NPR's show "This I Believe" as a model, find common ground in some core beliefs knowing that the goal is not to persuade others but to encourage respect for beliefs that differ from one’s own.