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> "Has anyone found effective methods to counter the above traits?" In the case of anti-vaxxers (most of whom are probably sincere,) when you become upset or e
by JackCh 8y ago
> "Has anyone found effective methods to counter the above traits?"
In the case of anti-vaxxers (most of whom are probably sincere,) when you become upset or even infuriated with them it cements their beliefs. They interpret your anger as evidence of their position being right. Therefore if you want to change their minds, the first thing you must master is your own emotions. Hiding your anger isn't enough, because people always leak information about their emotional state. You need to find a new frame of mind that allows you to have discussions with people who are wrong without becoming upset. I know this is difficult with antivaxxers since their beliefs put children in harms way, but it's necessary.
- specialist 8y agoYears ago, Digby had a great post "The Action is the Juice" that explains this. (It's a quote from Heat.) A zealot is eager for the arguments, to test the strength of their beliefs. If they still believe after all the facts, data, experience, it's scored a victory (dopamine rush). I can't quickly refind her original post. Will update later if I can.
- JustSomeNobody 8y agoBut, how in the world does one train himself in such a way?
- JackCh 8y agoI'm sure there are many ways. Self discipline, meditation, practice, or cannabis.
- svendbt 8y agohttp://www.bbc.com/future/story/20170131-why-wont-some-people-listen-to-reason http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20170131-why-wont-some-peopl...