Be an Informed Voter: Difficult Political Conversations

Bakken Center for Spirituality & Healing, University of Minnesota 

These four techniques recommended by the Crisis Prevention Institute will help you avoid or de-ecalate tense situations, keep stress low, and your environment calm. 

1.  Avoid judgement.
2.  Don't take it personally.
3.  Control your reactions.
4.  Be prepared if you have to engage.

Download their tip sheet for more detailed information.

Materials from the Constructive Dialogue Institute

Talking Sense is a reporting project that explores the roots of polarization in communities, families and homes, and looks at how Minnesotans are navigating these divisive times.