Be careful not to get caught in the trap of engaging in conversations that are motivated more by a desire to win than a desire to share today. If you take a confrontational, superior tone in your talks today, the conversations might move into the realm of argument. Remember that often it is better to love one another than to be right. If you can, try to stay conscious of your voice and your words today, avoid being stubborn, and the day will flow a lot easier. Even if the other person is making statements that bother you, the conversation is likely to go more smoothly if you refrain from trying to push your point of view.

When someone doesn't share your opinions, you can still keep your conversations lively and friendly if you approach them with the willingness to listen as well as to be heard. Leaving your stubbornness behind and seeking to understand instead of win creates a clearer channel of communication, which enables you to have freer, more pleasant interactions. Even if the other person wants to argue, your conversations are less likely to become confrontational. If you can succeed in keeping your ego in check as you engage in discussions today, you may be able to prevent conflict and create conversations of meaning and mutual understanding.