In today’s divided world, political discussions often strain even our closest relationships. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
“We Can Do Better Than This: Protect Your Relationships and Mental Health During Political Conversations” is a 90-minute workshop designed to help you engage in meaningful conversations with skill and empathy. Instead of focusing on the rhetoric and opinions that divide us, we’ll teach you to focus on the values that unite us.
We Can Do Better Than This:
Protect Your Relationships & Mental Health During Political Conversations
What You'll Learn:
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How To Uncover Core Values: Learn to identify and understand your own values, and those of others, cutting through the noise of political opinions, name-calling, and propaganda.
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Practical Communication Tools: You’ll receive a printable invitation and social media post to connect with someone, along with a conversation guide to help keep discussions respectful and focused.
What You'll Receive:
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30 Days of short daily insights and practices straight to your email, making it easy to integrate heart-centered listening into your life—even with a busy schedule.
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90 Min Live Zoom Practice Call: An interactive session with experienced facilitators to practice your new skills in a supportive environment.
“My mother and I were struggling to talk about politics, and it was hurting our relationship. The conversation guide helped us discover new things about each other and build mutual respect and understanding.”
-Laurie B., Yoga Instructor
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Protect your relationships from political stress, safeguard your mental health, and help Sidewalk Talk continue its mission to build health humans and a just world through heart-centered listening.
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Why This Workshop Matters:
We’re living in unprecedented times—political tensions, social upheaval, climate change, and a global pandemic have left many of us feeling disconnected.
Trust in institutions is low, and instead of working together, we find ourselves fighting with one another.
Now more than ever, we need to reconnect with the people we care about, even when we disagree.
This workshop gives you the tools to build bridges through empathy, understanding, and heart-centered listening.
It’s also perfect for those involved in political work who want to make a positive impact without sacrificing their mental health.
Trust in institutions is low, and instead of working together, we find ourselves fighting with one another.
Now more than ever, we need to reconnect with the people we care about, even when we disagree.
This workshop gives you the tools to build bridges through empathy, understanding, and heart-centered listening.
It’s also perfect for those involved in political work who want to make a positive impact without sacrificing their mental health.
If You Want to Change the World, Start With Your Conversations
In a world where we’re constantly being told who we are, it’s easy to lose sight of our core values. This can lead to mental stress and feelings of disconnection.
By knowing and living from your values, you can become a force for positive change in your relationships—and the world.
We believe in the power of human connection. We can do this.
By knowing and living from your values, you can become a force for positive change in your relationships—and the world.
We believe in the power of human connection. We can do this.
Meet Your Host:
Traci Ruble is the
Founder of Sidewalk Talk, a Veteran Couples Therapist & Listening Enthusiast. You can read about the modalities Traci is trained in here:
www.traciruble.com/training-history
Two Dates to Choose From:
• Thursday, Oct 3, 2024 - Noon PT / 3pm ET
• Sunday, Oct 6, 2024 - 10:00am PT /1pm ET
For Political Canvassers
If you’re actively involved in political canvassing, this workshop can help you navigate these challenging conversations without draining your mental health. We know how exhausting political discussions can be, especially when you’re passionate about your cause. Learn how to stay grounded, protect your well-being, and engage in productive, respectful dialogues—even in the most intense political environments.