I just learned that saying "yes, and" instead of "yes, but" turns the conversation into something positive, and therefore, when talking about subject that could upset people, it makes easier for people to keep on talking to you.
"Yes, and ..."
I just learned that saying "yes, and" instead of "yes, but" turns the conversation into something positive, and therefore, when talking about subject that could upset people, it makes easier for people to keep on talking to you.