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> where hyperbolic, emotional statements get attention and calm, rational discussion is ignored. Rational and nuanced discussion requires patience, tolerance,
by hintymad 4y ago
> where hyperbolic, emotional statements get attention and calm, rational discussion is ignored.
Rational and nuanced discussion requires patience, tolerance, energy, and a big heart to sometimes acknowledge that one is wrong. It's just so much easier to be angry, to be righteous, and to destroy the "enemies".
- SkeuomorphicBee 4y agoRational and nuanced discussion requires all of those items from both sides. The problem is that as such it devolves to a prisoners dilemma, so it is impossible for one to be invested into the mutually beneficial tactic of rational and nuanced discussion without opening oneself to being exploited by someone using game theory.
- Tainnor 4y agoThat's probably why rational and open discussion works best with people you know and trust and not necessarily with random people on the internet - at least when the stakes are high.
- TedDoesntTalk 4y ago> It's just so much easier to be angry “Anger with its poisoned root and honeyed tip.” — the Buddha Anger is enticing. Anger gives you excitement. It makes you feel powerful and righteous. It’s not just easier to be angry, it’s alluring.