I believe that discussing sensitive topics is essential for developing relationships and improving emotional control.
You should be able to approach a conversation feeling free to talk about anything that might present itself. If one or any participant in the conversation truly doesn’t want to discuss the topic then they hopefully have the self-respect to admit this, and the others should have the same respect for this wish.
One should attempt to engage in a conversation concerning a topic that is found sensitive because of the personal growth that takes place despite the discomfort. This allows for experience of managing surrounding emotions and better understanding of others’ perspective on the topic. Often advice and knowledge can be gained if the conversation is unrestricted and honest.
Further, you will never develop truly close relationships if you aren’t prepared to share thoughts surrounding controversy and sensitive ideas. This is because you will never knowingly encounter those who have the potential to amplify, change or improve your own ideas and opinions.
Sharing ideas with someone you can trust to have respect for your opinion can be very beneficial because of how your thoughts can complement (or, equally, contrast) the other’s. When this takes place there is potential for personal growth through awareness of your mindset, new ideas and information and new perspectives.
You are exposed to none of these benefits if you aren’t prepared to speak your mind to others.