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A Guide to Better Arguments
Great advice, top-to-bottom, in this article about how to make arguments productive. And there’s something for everyone. If you’re conflict-averse, there’s this from the Key Points:
The need for argument is unavoidable. Hostile or unproductive exchanges can make arguing seem hopeless. But it’s vital because it holds the potential to answer important questions and change beliefs.
If you’re often getting sucked into fights in the Facebook comments, there’s this:
Aim to argue justly. ‘Owning’ someone with unfair tactics or bad reasoning is hardly a victory, and ‘losing’ a fair argument has its benefits.
