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Advice on Debating with Others 1
Avoid the use of Never
Avoid the use of Always
Refrain from saying you are wrong
You can say your idea is mistaken
Don't disagree with obvious truths
Attack the idea not the person
Use many rather than most
Avoid exaggeration
Use some rather than many
The use of often allows for exceptions
The use of generally allows for exceptions
Quote sources and numbers
If it is just an opinion, admit it
Do not present opinion as facts
Smile when disagreeing
Stress the positive
You do not need to win every battle to win the war
Concede minor or trivial points
Avoid bickering, quarreling, and wrangling
Watch your tone of voice