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Sanni’s Shorts: How To (Actually) Have A Mature Conversation
“Trust me, it’s completely okay to shut the fuck up, sit quietly, and actually open your ears and heart to listen to people you don’t agree with.”
Listening to respond is a tell-tale sign of immaturity, even though it is extremely popular. But what if I told you that you can actually respect people who hold views, opinions, and beliefs you don’t agree with?
You don’t have to argue or even share your opposing viewpoints under the guise of friendly debate. Opinions do not have to be debatable. You don’t have to interrupt anyone with your silly “I agree” or “I disagree” statements just because you’re uncomfortable.
And no, you don’t have to add in your two cents either; it can’t pay for shit anyway.
Trust me, it’s completely okay to shut the fuck up, sit quietly, and actually open your ears and heart to listen to people you don’t agree with. The world isn’t going to end just because you’re not running your mouth all the damn time, simply because you don’t feel mentally and emotionally safe in the presence of new information.
Grow up.
Expand your mind.
You were born with two ears and one mouth for a reason. Don’t confuse your body parts just because your mind is triggered.
