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RE: Don't Take It Personally! A Beginner's Guide for Keeping Level Headed in Debates
Are people's responses and reactions a reflection of what happens IRL? Two people could be having a conversation, but person two is jumping ahead to his response instead of fully engaging in/listening to what person one is saying?
I think this skillset has never really been taught to most of us, but it would go a long way in conflict resolutions, that's for sure. Or how to avoid such conflict in the first place.
An excellent post, and the quote regarding wits certainly made me smile. :)
Hello @ravenruis!
That's a very good question, I've seen that the benefit of being online is that we are given more time to formulate a response, as opposed to communication IRL takes place on the spot. With that being said, this "skill-set" if difficult to do here, would mean that it's even harder to do in person.
In conversation, getting words in depends on the speed and flow of the conversation. Everyone to some degree is more wired for instant gratification, although active listening will also lead to you being able to state their side after, instead of trying of cut someone off.
I personally don't like conflict, but see it's importance to growth, and understanding. Yeah lol, my neighbor is some grouchy old dude, with a great sense of humor c:
Thank you for dropping in,
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