Ending a conversation with someone who just wants to argue can be tricky. You want to stay polite but firm, and most importantly, you want to shut down the never-ending debate. Whether it's a friend, ...

We all want to come across as considerate, even when it's time to move on from a conversation. But striking that balance between polite and assertive takes skill. Thankfully, the world’s most ...

Tension: We often feel trapped in conversations we want to end, unsure how to exit without seeming rude. Noise: Social norms and fear of judgment make us prioritize being polite over being honest.

Humans have yet to master the delicate art of chitchat. Conversations seem to often run longer or shorter than people would like. People rarely want the exact same things from their conversations.