Learn to reason.

Submitted by Mo (United Kingdom), Jan 21, 2007 at 02:10

Sometimes it can be hard to reason, as it involves thorough analysis and evaluation. It also involves swallowing our pride and agreeing to our opponent opinions when our logic and reasoning fails to stand up again theirs whatever they may be.

Making cynical and clever statements are easy ways to score cheap points against your opponents. But in a discussion like this it is better that you do not, because learning and really understanding the other point of view is crucial if we are to reach a consensus in ideals and differences, albeit to agree to disagree sometimes.

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