Political tensions in the United States are at an all-time high. A recent poll found that 84 percent of Trump supporters see Democrats as representing a “clear and present threat to American democracy.” Eighty percent of Biden supporters said the same about Republicans. As David French aptly puts it, “The combination of malice and misinformation is driving American polarization to a fever pitch.” What can we do to bring tensions down a notch while still advocating for the political ideas we cherish? As a coach who’s spent two decades working with folks on every side of the political spectrum, and a former political op-ed writer who managed to maintain close relationships with family and friends who thought his views on government were insane, we have three ideas. 1. Cultivate Self-Awareness We all like to think we’re open-minded on every single issue. We see ourselves as dispassionate seekers of truth who are completely open …