Steps to UberDiscourse

Start with a topic where you both have interest.

Listen

Stick to those subjects, where you probably can find a middle-ground

Listen

Look for points of agreement as soon as possible.

Listen

Ask questions only if the reason for it, is trying to flesh-out the topic

Listen

Don’t use individual’s names such as Trump, Obama, Clinton or Sanders.  It will only inflame.

And before you know it, they’ll be agreeing with you on some points, however how small

Advanced Course

Recognize that when you engage in UberDiscourse, it won’t be easy, because the other person won’t be ready for you.

Spend 80% of your time watching the other sides newscasts, and only 20% watching your favorite.

When I watch the other sides newscasts, I am trying to use my own critical thinking to see the pluses and minuses of their argument.

Continuing to watch the ones of your political bent is kind of like continuing to eat cake and ice cream after you’re full

have fun and smile