Being Different Together
Being Different Together explores the realms of relationship, entrepreneurship, and personal development through the lens of Real Dialogue, a set of principles, practices, and methods for healthy conflict as a means for growth.
In other words, just because we disagree, doesn’t mean we can’t get along.
Through this series, Nyssa and Kelly will bring their combined experience as holistic health practitioners to the table to share what they’ve learned through the process of integrating these skills in their lives.
This podcast is for all the people who want to make the world a better place and feel a little less alone doing it.
Being Different Together
#2 - What Our “Enemy Button” Gets Wrong About Conflict
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In this episode of Being Different Together, Nyssa and Kelly dive into what it means to be different and why our brains are wired to treat difference as a threat. They share personal stories from childhood, band days, identity, and relationships to highlight how difference can create conflict or become a catalyst for transformation. The conversation moves from instinct to intentionality, showing how Real Dialogue helps turn conflict into a play space for learning and connection.
Main Topics Covered
- Ever felt like the “odd one out”? Discover how embracing your differences could be your superpower.
- Honest and humorous personal stories about growing up feeling “different”—and why that’s totally normal.
- Find out why noticing differences is deeply human—and how it can shape our relationships for better or worse.
- What do pickles, band kids, and list-making reveal about partnership and individuality? Tune in for some relatable surprises!
- Hear how real dialog and intentional communication turn conflict from a “minefield” into a playground for growth.
- Learn how dialog therapy helped two people navigate their unique quirks and build a strong relationship.
- Get inspired to see everyday conflicts—in family, work, or love—not as threats, but as opportunities for discovery and self-improvement.
Links:
Episode 1 of Being Different Together: www.nyssahanger.com/podcast/ep1
Ani DiFranco’s song “IQ”: Ani DiFranco - My IQYouTube · HybridFalconOct 21, 2013
Cafe Hey (in Tampa): www.cafehey.com
Center For Real Dialogue: https://www.realdialogue.org/
Stay in Touch:
Nyssa Hanger: www.nyssahanger.com | IG: @nyssahanger
Kelly Brady: www.kellybrady.me | IG: @drkellybrady