There are many things that make a good arguer a good one. A large vocabulary is always impressive, along with extensive knowledge of what their argument is. Having an argument with one who only gives false information is of no use to you, but people do it quite often. One of the best attributes to a great arguer is the ability to keep calm. The whole point of an argument is a difference in opinion, as I stated earlier, and differences mean conflict. The key to winning an argument is that you must go into it knowing you may not change their opinion, winning may even mean that your opinions change in a subject. Learning from the arguments we have is what winning really is.
Now, if that is what winning is, I will tell you what losing an argument is. I have told you that mature arguers can listen and keep calm while arguing, and truly think about what information is being presented. Immature ones are simple-minded, and refuse to compromise or even agree to disagree. They are stubborn, and can make even the most mature people stoop to yelling and fighting, which is why "arguments" has such a negative connotation to it. If only there were more mature people in the world, arguments would not be looked on as bad thing, when the truth is that it is something we all need to grow as individuals. If you are ever placed in the situation of arguing with someone who is simply not worth your time because of their immaturity, just start laughing (to yourself, so they will not be offended) and agree to disagree before wasting your breath. Maybe, if I can convince just a few people to take this approach to their arguments, there will be that many more mature people in the world.
JSL
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