How do you win an argument on social media?
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3 steps to help you win an argument, especially on social media
- Step 1: Never argue back, when your goal is persuasion.
- Step 2: Define what “winning” means to you.
- Step 3: Use “yes, and” to reframe for the “win”
What do you say to win a fight?
“Respectfully acknowledge the other person’s view point, even if you don’t agree with it,” says wellness coach Erin Stair, MD, MPH. Say things like “I see what you’re saying there,” or “That’s a good point.” They might be so thrown off that you can walk away the winner.
Should you argue with people on social media?
We can and probably should engage with people and in different social media cause, that’s absolutely fine as long as it’s productive and doesn’t hurt your mental peace. But don’t go waste your time throwing random comments at each other just to win an argument that has no moral victory.
Why does everyone argue on the Internet?
Another reason why people argue so much on the internet is that they have created an ideological identity on the internet, and an intellectual boundary for everyone else. And they are very sensitive about it. The Online Disinhibition Effect just makes them more offensive whenever someone violates those boundaries.
Is arguing on the Internet a waste of time?
Arguing on the Internet is like running into a brick wall: it’s stupid, it wastes time, and it can leave you with a throbbing headache. How many times have you seen someone change their mind by arguing on Facebook or in the comment sections of a news article?
Why do people argue on the Internet?
People don’t seek to understand. They just want to spout their opinion. Usually, when people argue on the internet, it’s not to resolve an issue or to understand each other, it’s just about spouting one’s opinion. That’s ineffective and dangerous. Why?
How do you win an argument with your partner?
Just avoid doing things behind a screen and text if possible. If your goal is to win, you lose. If there is a disagreement, and your goal in that disagreement is to “win”, you lose. You may win the argument, but you will hurt the relationship. And likely you won’t even convince the other person.
Is it bad to argue with people on Facebook?
Some people are just trolls and want to rile others up. Don’t waste your breath (or fingers). It’s foolish and a waste of time to argue with those people. In fact, for me, I avoid Facebook arguments (and arguments online in general) because I know they are generally pointless.