Don't steamroll, and go easy on the stats: how to win an argument - without making things worse

ℍ𝕖𝕣𝕖'𝕤 𝕨𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕀 𝕝𝕖𝕒𝕣𝕟𝕖𝕕 𝕗𝕣𝕠𝕞 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕒𝕣𝕥𝕚𝕔𝕝𝕖

How to win an argument without losing a friend

💬 What's up?: Words and arguments are becoming less nuanced and meaningful in today's culture wars. Within communities, generations, families, and circles of friends, this has caused confrontation. Social media has made it simpler to pass off insults as political speech.

➡️ What's new? The essay recommends studying successful argumentators.

• It emphasises the superiority of humour over strength in debates.

• It highlights the value of being trustworthy and willing to make adjustments in order to disarm opponents and strengthen arguments.

• The text also stresses the value of modesty and sensitivity in discussions, particularly in negotiations and relationships.

• Don't assault people with facts; go easy on statistics and data.

• Keep ideas and emotions compelling.

• Be curious about the other side's life experience and motivations; and make concessions.

• Keep your voice calm and soft when emotions go low.

✅ 𝕄𝕪 𝕥𝕒𝕜𝕖-𝕒𝕨𝕒𝕪𝕤 || To argue effectively, use this strategy:

• Be 'Sexi' - make a statement, offer an explanation, then an example, and then detail the importance of what you’re arguing;

If individuals adhere to these principles, they will be able to debate more persuasively, advance mutual comprehension, and steer clear of further dividing others.

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