How to talk to someone with an opposing viewpoint—without it ending in an argument

Whether it's politics over the holidays or pineapple pizza on game night, here's how to have a civil conversation when you ...
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Shared stories on social media can fight addiction | Expert Opinion

When you think of tools for studying substance use and addiction, a social media site like Reddit, TikTok, or YouTube probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Yet the stories shared on ...

Want to be part of a village? You might need to get out of your comfort zone

If you've always dreamed of having a village but feel disconnected from your community, try these five tips. Plus: We want to hear from you. Tell us how you cultivate community where you live.
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Voices: In times of tragedy and fear, conversation is a civic — and moral — responsibility

When we stop talking to one another, fear fills the vacuum,” write Annie Caplan and Becca Kearl with Living Room Conversations in an op-ed. “And there are plenty of others who are more than willing to ...
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Stop Saying These 7 Phrases: Why Experts Say Youre Hard to Talk To

Communication in 2026 is moving away from formal scripts and toward intentional presence. By removing these seven defensive and condescending phrases, you open up space for genuine connection.