It's no secret in the world we live in that certain topics can be very polarizing. Even if one tries to avoid these topics you may find yourself dragged into a conversation. Often times the initial reaction is to get angry or try to prove your own point. That can hurt the relationship or leave us feeling even more defeated; both of which can negatively impact our mental health.

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