2. Emotions v. Executive Reasoning Science tells us that our executive reasoning is in service to our emotional preferences. We are far more likely to remember information that fits with our world view.

3. Emotions Trump Facts Research shows "facts don't convince people." The source of facts has a great deal to do with if we accept "facts" as facts.

5.  We live in self-segregated communities.  Most people have deep anxiety about speaking to people with different views.  We were unable to create a fact sheet that felt non-partisan to participants. The climate change issue now carries a partisan taint. Pilot Project’s Key Findings: The Challenges

6.  Every conversation was a success.  Participants found common ground on conserving energy, and creating greater energy independence.  People felt they were heard and learned something about others ' views Pilot Project’s Key Findings: The Successes

7. Great Dialogue " I was stunned by the openness and ability we had to communicate. I ' ve really been impressed by this conversation and this group. We did what most people out there are not doing. If I had these interactions more, I would interact in my community. "

8. Conversation Guidelines  Be Curious and Open to Learning  Show Respect and Suspend Judgment  Look for Common Ground  Be Authentic, & Welcome that from Others  Be Purposeful and to the Point  Own and Guide the Conversation

9. Committed listening is key.

10. Living Room Conversations Goals  Build relationships with people that hold different views.  Increase trust in one another.  Build relationships so that collaborative problem solving is possible.  Find and share win/win - 100% and 80% solutions

11. Finding a co-host  Who do you respect that has a different perspective?  Who are your social media connections?  Who else is interested in the topic?

12.  Citizens are sick of the status quo  Technology has given us more and more ways to empower citizens to lead and tap the wisdom of crowds, such as Wikipedia, YouTube, Open Source  If the process is simple and we trust people... Why now?

14. More feedback  We are living in an experiment!  Please take a few moments to provide feedback of:  Your experience  The process itself, what worked and suggestions to grow.  New materials you would like to see and/or contribute to.  Online at www.LivingRoomConversations.org/feedbackwww.LivingRoomConversations.org/feedback  Hard copy, take photo and email to feedback@LivingRoomConversations.org feedback@LivingRoomConversations.org  Your participation is deeply appreciated.