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"My dad is one of the kindest, most gentle souls I have ever known... But because of where he grew up, when he grew up; sometimes the stuff that comes out of his mouth just doesn't match up to his heart. So, when I disagree with people online, I don't always jump to unfriending and blocking. I aim to have the difficult conversations and be the bridge that helps connect the two sides "

My dad is the same way and this is one of the most important lessons I've learned from him.

TheMiddleWay 8 June 25
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I have argued (in other discussions) that only the insecure and narrow-minded actively deny rights and privileges (that they enjoy) to others who haven't been granted them. I have further argued that the act of broadening rights and privileges to others in no way limits the existing rights of those who currently enjoy them.

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My husband taught me that no one is all right or all wrong. My daddy taught me you can catch a lot more flies with honey than vinegar. I was never able to overcome my mother's racism or need to feel better than other people but she loved me despite my vocal opposition to her beliefs. I felt I accomplished the most by making fun of her in that area.

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THIS is how you change both hearts and minds, but you have to be willing to have those difficult conversations. Unfortunately, efective communication seems to be a fading skillset in our country.

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