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