Some men fear that their wives will never change and that motherhood has just turned on an anxiety switched that will never be turned off.This is not the case.There really is a change in women’s perspectives that accompanies changes in their kids’ age.The most hypervigilant toddler moms turn into much different people when their kids can…
So after cows have been let out on fresh pasture and have eaten their fill, they then lie down to digest the plant material. It is a most peaceful time, and I wish you could hear the sound of them chewing their cud. However, you do not want to stand behind them when they stand up…
I would describe my mental state one week after having a newborn as "stable but one appliance-breakage-away from a complete nervous breakdown"
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Reading this article provides valuable intelligence for anyone wanting to have persuasive conversations with Trump voters. The key is identifying rhetorical weak spots where gentle questioning can lead to reflection rather than defensiveness. Here are some ways I think someone might be able to engage effectively based on these insights:
When supporters cite "following through on promises," ask specifically about economic promises. Trump campaigned on ending inflation, lowering prices, and improv…
I really appreciate your suggestions of open ended questions and looking for feedback rather than accusations that lead to defensive positions automatically. I think this way of questioning and discussion may not lead directly to a thoughtful conversation with folks who we fundamentally disagree with but a question may land on a person who will think about it later and perhaps open their mind a bit to the possibility that their reasons for supporting Trump is not on as solid ground as they thought. When I hold an opinion so close to the heart I ask myself “Am I sure?” and 9 out of 10 times the answer is no if I’m at least honest with myself. Just asking that simple question opens the heart and mind.
