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What to say to relatives who love to needle you about politics 05/13/2026

CMS professor and conflict resolution and facilitation expert Larry Schooler spoke to Vox for their article titled, “What to say to relatives who love to needle you about politics.”

“We’re often quick to judge people based on a quick comment and jump to conclusions about their politics that may not be completely accurate… People, in general, don’t like to feel judged or criticized and tend to become defensive, angry, or disengaged when they do. They want to feel seen, heard, and respected.” – Larry Schooler

Read the full article here:

What to say to relatives who love to needle you about politics If you’re about 30 seconds away from completely losing your cool with a family member, read this.

Loud Budgeting: What It Is & How It Works 04/23/2026

Loud Budgeting: What It Is & How It Works Loud Budgeting: What It Is & How It Works

04/20/2026

The semester’s almost over— now’s the perfect time to stop by your professor’s office hours, even if it’s just to say hi! :)

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