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Civility (courtesy Dr. Andy McLean)

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If you seek out the word “civility” in most any English language dictionary, you’ll get a description that defines civil discourse and/or behavior as “polite, respectful, and orderly conduct toward others—especially during disagreements or in public life.” But how is civility tied to well-being? Civility provides a psychological safe space.  Rudeness, disrespectfulness, and vitriol tend […]