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This is helpful! Thank you!

Hello all, What are some quality resources to teach one how to argue opposing views? I got into an argument with a very close friend and I think our argument about whether or not I should mention peaceful parenting practices to my roommate (who clearly lacks this with her kids), damaged the relationship. I feel like it's damaged because of my argument style and I would like to improve my methods. Thanks!!

Lmfaooo Stefpai. Congrats on your new(ish) job! I am cheering for you.

Are you still looking to meet up with people? I'm not far from Bradenton and visit there quite often (if you're still there)!

I live in Gibsonton/Tampa and would like to meet up on the weekends as well. I'm craving rationality!!

Google also didn't have a doodle for Donald's win.

SMH crazy.

Loll. You sir, made me laugh.

I hope you find someone compatible. Good luck!!!

#1 You already know the answer of what you should do...when you said "I know what my children would prefer". Your kids did not ask to be born. That was a choice you and your ex-husband made. So as someone responsible for their lives, would you not want to ensure that they have the best life they could possibly have? #2 As a woman it is a HUGE flag to hear that your boyfriend thinks that having events and doing things together with the father of your children is now inappropriate. Your ex will always be the father of your children and I'm sure your children will always desire their father's presence. I would take a guess and say that a lot of children would be happy seeing their parents successfully and peacefully co-parenting and involved with major events such as birthdays. I know I was happy when I had both parents present even though they were divorced. It leaves me with concerns about his maturity when you said, "My boyfriend asserts that we are a broken family and should handle everything separately" and "If he wasn't good enough to be married to, why would he be good enough to share special days with?". It sounds as if he isn't empathetic towards your children's interest.... #3 My mother and father never exposed me to their dating life, if they dated (again I wouldn't know because I wasn't exposed). This granted them time and energy to spend with me and my needs. Personally I was grateful for this.