How to deal with difficult emotions in Difficult Conversations (Part 2 with Laura Morgan)

How to deal with difficult emotions in Difficult Conversations (Part 2 with Laura Morgan)

From The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations by Chris Wong & Lucie Tesarova

May 5, 2026 · 18 min · Season 3

About this episode

In this episode, Laura Morgan provides strategies for handling difficult emotions during challenging conversations.

If last week was helpful (or if you didn’t watch it, go back now and listen!), this week kicks it up to the next level.  In part 2 of their conversation with Laura Morgan, she helps us navigate some tricky situations: -            What if someone is yelling at you? -            What if they start crying? -            What if they’re using crying intentionally to manipulate and get out of consequences? -            What if they keep harping on “how things used to be”? Laura is the real deal, and she gives us some great strategies to navigate the hardest situations. About Laura   Laura Morgan began her career as a psychotherapist, where she developed a deep understanding of human behavior, transformation, and the conditions that allow people to grow and thrive. That clinical foundation continues to shape her work today, informing a leadership approach grounded in empathy, insight, and intentional design. Laura is currently the Director of Human Resources at Meketa Investment…

People in this episode

Hosts: Chris Wong, Lucie Tesarova

Guest: Laura Morgan

Topics covered

  • difficult conversations
  • emotional intelligence
  • conflict resolution
  • psychotherapy
  • leadership

Keywords

  • difficult emotions
  • conflict
  • communication strategies
  • empathy
  • leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Meketa Investment Group

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