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Benedict Arnold

If we know that we're not going to change the other person's view, and vice versa, why do we argue?

In my case,
sometimes I see things that are so against common sense that it is almost like a sneeze. . . and before I know, im knee deep into an argument that was completely unnecessary. If only the other person had some sense. . . Of course. . .

How bout you?

Posted - February 7, 2017
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  • 22891
    cause some people seem to enjoy arguing
      February 7, 2017 9:30 PM MST
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  • Im really starting to.think that there's nothing deeper than that. Some people just like it. Thank you Pearl.
      February 7, 2017 11:23 PM MST
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  • 2327
    I see it more of a way of solidifying our own views, tbh. It's like a religious debate between a Christian and an atheist. Both know they are not going to convert the other.   
      February 7, 2017 9:31 PM MST
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  • Exactly, exactly.
    Don't you think there's an element or a morbid satisfaction in beating the other over the head with our arguments? 
    A desire to defeat the other guy. 
    Sort of like defeating an enemy?
    No?
      February 7, 2017 11:21 PM MST
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  • 7683
    Ego what else, physically one may accept a bruise but no one likes it if their ego is hurt;))
      February 7, 2017 11:26 PM MST
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  • Yes yes yes
    Ego, 
    I have.to think more on this one but I see that true.
    That definitely plays a role in my argumentizing. Not too much about being wrong, I don't mind that. I think I mind losing the argument more. Getting my little ego hurt.
    Thanks V. Great answer.
      February 8, 2017 9:37 AM MST
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