Navigating Political Differences in Family: A Guide to Connection and Empathy.

It's easy to assume that if only our family members understood the "facts," they would change their minds. However, our political beliefs are often deeply intertwined with our group identity, making a challenge to those views feel like a direct attack on who we are. A political discussion is rarely just a disagreement over policy; it's a perceived threat to a person's sense of self and belonging.