Episode 24: How to Disagree and Stay Connected

In this podcast episode, hosts Marty and Bill discuss the challenge of connecting with individuals with whom one deeply disagrees. They touch on political polarization, personal capacity for understanding, and strategies for improving communication across divides. Through examples like the COVID-19 pandemic and biblical interpretation, they illustrate the significance of listening and empathy in maintaining connections. The conversation also covers the roles of leadership and coaching in facilitating understanding and compromise.

For more about Michael Singer, I recommend reading his books, which include:

• ⁠The Untethered Soul⁠

• ⁠The Surrender Experiment⁠

• ⁠Living Untethered⁠

Show notes:

00:00 Opening Greetings and Podcasting Insights

01:21 Diving into the Topic: Connecting Despite Disagreements

01:29 Exploring Political Divides and Personal Capacities

02:57 The Bucket Analogy: Managing Capacity for Difficult Conversations

05:42 Using 'Don't Look Up' as a Metaphor for Political Division

08:34 Deep Empathy and Understanding in Conversations

11:21 Navigating Conversations on Sensitive Topics

13:53 Finding Common Ground Through Listening and Understanding

16:46 Personal Stories of Connection and Understanding

21:38 Leadership and Coaching: Guiding Towards Connection

27:18 Concluding Thoughts and Future Conversations

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Links and Resources:

• To learn more about Byron Katie, go to https://thework.com/

• Learn more about IFS Coaching with Bill Tierney at ⁠⁠⁠www.billtierneycoaching.com⁠⁠⁠

• Learn more about coaching with Martin Kettelhut at ⁠⁠⁠www.listeningisthekey.com⁠⁠⁠

• Learn more about IFS at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.IFS-institute.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠