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Disagreeing with friends: Don’t just go with the flow

Disagreeing with friends: Don’t just go with the flow

From the course: How to Develop Friendships and Connect Meaningfully with Work Colleagues

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Disagreeing with friends: Don’t just go with the flow

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- Agree to disagree. That's often the advice given when you just don't see eye to eye with a friend. But sometimes that advice falls short. If a friend at work steps over a line or acts in a way that say violates trust, you can and should tell them you disagree. But look, I'm not going to pretend that confronting a friend is easy. It's certainly not for me. Yet friends that talk through issues open up lines of communication to work through those issues. Something that actually underscores the strength of the relationship. Now, let's talk about a few approaches you can use the next time you disagree with a friend. Keep in a mind, if a matter is really trivial, disagreeing may be a waste of your time. But these are go-to reminders you can use when the matter is crucial to address. The first thing is try to have a good handle on your emotions. You can start by choosing a time to address the issue where it's…

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