How do we talk about issues that matter?

When thinking about this question there is no perfect answer to it. There are definitely ways that we can try and approach talking about issues, but I do not think that there is a for sure perfect way to talk about some subjects. The best way to start a talk that is about issues is to understand that it will be uncomfortable. There will be issues and blame on certain parties and that can be uncomfortable. We just need to stay level-headed! Also going into any conversation, I think we need to treat everyone with respect and understanding. If we go into conversations with rough topics, it can seem more of a call-out than a conversation. We are not trying to accuse people simply just talk about it. 

When talking about issues that matter, we need to also bring facts that back up our own topic or even argument. Not as a weapon but more for proof. We want people to be informed and learn about these issues so having information and facts that back us up can help the person learn of what we are talking about. We should also allow others to add their own input into the topic overall. I feel that the issue needs to be discussed and not lectured. We want others to be pulled in and intrigued and not lectured at. After all of these steps, we also need self-reflection for everyone involved. Just because you bring up the issues does not mean you have never contributed to the problem itself. If we keep asking questions and bettering ourselves, we have a chance at fixing and being the change to these issues that matter.