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I am 11, and sometimes the way adults talk about America or politics makes me want to leave the room. I never know if it is okay to say that out loud.
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I am 11, and sometimes the way adults talk about America or politics makes me want to leave the room. I never know if it is okay to say that out loud.
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Can I step away from those conversations without being rude?
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Yes. It is okay to say you are not ready for that conversation. Boundaries are not disrespect when you are trying to stay calm and safe.
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Glad you found your way here. You do not need to tell the whole story on day one for your presence to matter.
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A lot of people arrive slowly and read for a while before they speak. That still counts as belonging.
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