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It is a good practice to be aware of though - often constructive conversations can be derailed by well-intentioned but unintentional “but-what-about-X” argument
by Fezzik 8y ago
It is a good practice to be aware of though - often constructive conversations can be derailed by well-intentioned but unintentional “but-what-about-X” arguments being introduced when no such arguments existed to begin with. It is a hard habit to break when it comes to important topics. Generally, as in this case, the two things are in no way mutually exclusive.
- coldtea 8y agoThey don't need to be exist "to begin with". A conversation can expand with new X items to put things in perspective. Besides, even if every course of action is not mutually exclusive, there is a opportunity cost and a need to prioritize them.