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I'm not debating the safety of vaccines, but I am debating the technique of horror and anguish. When had that worked in history? I only know of it creating mor
by everdev 8y ago
I'm not debating the safety of vaccines, but I am debating the technique of horror and anguish.
When had that worked in history? I only know of it creating more conflict and more deeply entrenched positions.
Until you can understand and empathize with who you're talking to, trying to convince them off anything is going to do more harm than good.
- fzeroracer 8y agoYou can't argue with incredibly irrational fear. Believe me, I've tried. Have you frequently argued with the anti-vaxx or conspiracy crowd, or are you just shouting platitudes for the sake of it? Because in the end, no evidence you have will be enough.
- everdev 8y agoYes, many people in my community chose not to vaccinate years ago. If you listen first and treat them with respect and patience it helps a ton. Trying to use facts against emotion never works as you mentioned. Helping work through the emotion and then introducing facts does in my experience.