PFLAG Glossary
Be Kind, Even When It’s Tough: Making the Most of Tough Moments
In tough times, having difficult conversations with our friends, family, colleagues, and community is more important than ever. But staying kind in the face of unkind behavior, bad faith arguments, and conflict is extremely difficult (for all of us). In this session, participants will solidify their skills in managing complex moments of tension while still treating others with kindness. We’ll discuss multiple nuanced real-world scenarios where kindness can be deeply transformative in this highly interactive learning session.
Advanced Let's Talk
Course Length
90 minutes (in-person or hybrid), 60 minutes (online)
Who this course is for
Audiences who have gone through PFLAG’s “Be Kind, Rewind” and "Be Kind, Not Just Nice" workshops.
Download a one page PDF that includes information about this learning session.
Staying kind in the face of bias, bad faith arguments, and conflict is extremely difficult (for all of us). Leveraging PFLAG’s 50 years of experience as the nation’s original ally organization, this session will:
- Consider various skills we must develop to maintain our composure and create kind conversations, even in moments of tension;
- Discuss some of the most common bad faith arguments you may hear when talking about LGBTQ+ equality – and simple ways to counter them;
- Engage in scenario-based learning to explore how we may personally respond in moments of conflict and find ways to grow together; and
- Get resources to help inform our kindness and safety strategies in the future.
This session will focus on potentially triggering topics and conversations.
PFLAG is a non-partisan, 501(c)3 organization.
Participant Materials
What We Stand For
What We Stand For
Join the Fight: Advocate for Equality & Inclusion