[Chuuya]

Hi Nicole,

I too have different views with politics than my parents. We agree on very few things, and that can be complicated because as you know sometimes politics will come up during dinner conversation. It sucks. I also depend on my parents to help with some of my expenses even though I do a lot of working. I love them, but their views on politics astound me and it is not something I enjoy talking with them about. I agree with Kate's view on if it's not something that is a good conversation that you and your mom can discuss without making each other mad or upset then it's something you shouldn't speak about with them. It's okay to sometimes avoid certain topics if it just means there's going to be a fight. Sometimes you can't always avoid it if they bring it up - but I just try to be polite and change the topic or straight out say that this isn't something that you want to discuss.

If you want to discuss them that's okay too. You shouldn't be afraid to voice your opinions and help the other person see your view on the issue but that takes respect on both parties and you have to decide if it's worth that fight if you know they're just going to ignore what you say and insist they are right without backing up their issues or at least trying to see your point. Does that make any sense?

I hope this helps!