Psychiatrist explains how to talk politics during the holidays

Voices: Actually, we should talk politics at the holiday table

It can be tempting to lean into the idea that you never talk politics or religion at the dinner table…but what if you could? At their worst, conversations drive us apart, make us feel judged, unsafe, or unseen. At their best, they can connect us, build trust, and help us understand each other.

Psychiatrist explains how to talk politics during the holidays

Politics can be a stressful discussion topic, but when the holiday season arrives, political chatter is difficult to avoid, especially in a world that feels polarized and divided. A Baylor College of Medicine psychiatrist explains how to discuss politics in a calm manner among family, friends and colleagues.