After one of the most divisive elections in American history, people are wildly polarized in their politics. People are hurt and upset by the opinions and decisions of the people they consider close. It is not healthy nor productive for us as a society to shun others' ideas or write them off as monsters. Instead, we need to be able to talk with the people we care about most about the issues of our time. The real test is understanding what topics should be discussed and how to talk about them with respect for all participants. We want to be capable of holding true to our political stances without losing the people we love.