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> I think you're a little confused... FWIW starting a conversation that way is going to put people in a defensive mindset and make them less likely to properl
by rtlfe 6y ago
> I think you're a little confused...
FWIW starting a conversation that way is going to put people in a defensive mindset and make them less likely to properly consider what you have to say.
- stingraycharles 6y agoYep, it’s just noise in the discussion, and doesn’t add any value other than putting the other person on defense mode. Proper discussions are difficult though, but i learned that starting out with acknowledging positive things, and most certainly stick to facts, not attacking the people you’re talking with.
- kerng 6y agoThat's why I like HN comment threads. So many good examples on how to make progress in discussions and conversations, and even analysis of why certain behavior is counter-productive