How to Keep Politics from Ruining Relationships

The Rachel Roth Show

Have you ever felt like political conversations are tearing your relationships apart? If so, you’re not alone.

In a raw and hopeful conversation, Rachel and author, speaker, and storyteller Carlos Whittaker tackled how to stay connected despite differing political views. Carlos, known for his viral message "don't stand on issues…walk with people," shared his unique perspective on the growing divide in our country.

Carlos believes the problem isn't new—division has always existed—but our constant exposure to opinions, especially through our phones, has made it feel more intense. He encourages us to stop standing so firmly on issues and instead walk with others, even when we disagree.

Carlos’s insights remind us that we can have our opinions without letting them destroy our relationships. Through empathy and understanding, we can bring back meaningful conversations and connection—even when it feels impossible.

Carlos also shared his experience of disconnecting from technology for seven weeks, living with monks and the Amish. During that time, he rediscovered the power of real conversations and the importance of creating safe spaces for disagreement. In a world full of distractions, it's a lesson we all need.

This conversation offers hope for anyone struggling with political differences in their relationships, showing how empathy and connection can help keep those differences from causing division.

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