The problem with people psychology wise is arguments tend to reinforce their own beliefs of being right. Arguing can get to the emotional core of people and log

The problem with people psychology wise is arguments tend to reinforce their own beliefs of being right. Arguing can get to the emotional core of people and logic and emotion don't often play well together being on opposite sides of the brain. Dominance and the desire to be right can make people feel more correct in their own head even if it's illogical, because it's safe and feels good being a winner. Unlike regular open discussion where both parties are more flexible and winning to change sides, arguments rarely will change sides as few people are willing to put in the effort to look at their "enemies" perspective. The best way to counter any claim is with openness, empathy and the ability to be wrong. That is how you change minds, don't let emotions separate you. Granted that is far easier said then done as I may disagree with someone then they often turn to insults if they think "I've turned against them" because I may have a different opinion. Some people have such high defense you really can't get through to them.