I think this is a general issue for all communication, even among close friends. Most interesting topics have political or interpersonal implications, and that can’t be avoided.
With small well-known groups, you can often ignore it on a conscious level, because it can be included and accommodated below the level of you noticing. That doesn’t mean it’s not there, just that it’s easy and comfortable.
Sadly and annoyingly, a lot of thinking is improved by the challenge of discussing and trying to communicate with people who are not close friends. This means you can either put up with the misunderstandings and focus on parts you don’t care about, or just not get the feedback and updates beyond your friend group.
I think this is a general issue for all communication, even among close friends. Most interesting topics have political or interpersonal implications, and that can’t be avoided.
With small well-known groups, you can often ignore it on a conscious level, because it can be included and accommodated below the level of you noticing. That doesn’t mean it’s not there, just that it’s easy and comfortable.
Sadly and annoyingly, a lot of thinking is improved by the challenge of discussing and trying to communicate with people who are not close friends. This means you can either put up with the misunderstandings and focus on parts you don’t care about, or just not get the feedback and updates beyond your friend group.