Fierce Tip of the Week: Have a Living Room Conversation

I recently became aware of an organization called, Living Room Conversations, founded by three women; Joan Blades, Debilyn Molineaux, and Amanda Kathryn Roman. Their goal, as stated on their website, says: “Just as a wildfire can start with a single spark, a shift in culture can start with a single conversation. A living room is the match, the conversation is the spark, and the people will become the wildfire that forever change the landscape we call democracy. This is an open-source project that uncovers common ground through conversations among individuals with differing viewpoints. We dream of respectful conversation becoming the new normal. Please join us!”

I was struck by the simplicity of this concept. How powerful to open your home to those you disagree with and have a conversation with the goal of moving one step closer to a common ground.

This week’s tip encourages you to have a living room conversation – a conversation that is civil and has substance. Have a conversation that does not shy away from drawing out two opposing points of view and instead, embraces them.

Our world needs us to have collaborative conversations. This week be a leader in your community and host a living room conversation with people who may not see the world exactly as you do.