In today s politically polarized world, holiday office parties and family gatherings can lead to increased tensions, arguments and even long term damage to important relationships. Christine Miles, author of the book What is it Costing You Not to Listen, which offers tips on how to navigate difficult conversations, said instead of trying to challenge someone you disagree with, ask them questions like a journalist would to learn the story behind their position. "Let that person talk more, sit back and listen to understand, seek the perspective they are coming from, and then the de-escalation begins," Miles suggested. " .
Picks for Nov. 30-Dec. 3 includes Orson Welles Presents: An Evening With Nixon, the debut production by Oracular Studios; a talk by Reservation Dogs writer and actor Dallas Goldtooth.
Isthmus Picks for Nov. 27-30 includes a Christmas concert by pianist Lorie Line; the debut of Oracular Studios with Orson Welles Presents: An Evening with Nixon.
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