'Debate' for a lot of people simply is a means to reaffirm their position and come out stronger in their conviction because of the opposition. The only reason I engage in it at all is because work has slowed down considerably and I have time to kill.
Pragmatically, it's far better to distance yourself from people who stubbornly refuse to exchange ideas fairly and just become obstinate, for the same reason why you don't attend political rallies of the opposing party. They're so entrenched in their idea of "it's my thought so it is sacred and immutable", it's like pushing water uphill.
Originally posted by Stealth Moose
'Debate' for a lot of people simply is a means to reaffirm their position and come out stronger in their conviction because of the opposition. The only reason I engage in it at all is because work has slowed down considerably and I have time to kill.Pragmatically, it's far better to distance yourself from people who stubbornly refuse to exchange ideas fairly and just become obstinate, for the same reason why you don't attend political rallies of the opposing party. They're so entrenched in their idea of "it's my thought so it is sacred and immutable", it's like pushing water uphill.
I'm here for the same reason; we are down to a skeleton crew with very little work. Sure I do have projects, but they are all on hold, except for one, until the economy improves and infrastructure around the world continues. However, I am a lot more masochistic then you are. 😎
Originally posted by Stealth MooseActually, I watch Fox news on a regular basis. "Keep your friends close; keep your enemies closer." 😎
for the same reason why you don't attend political rallies of the opposing party.
Plus, Fox has the best looking slu -- er, women, even if 90% of them are cut from the same fake-tan, bleached-blonde mold.
Originally posted by Mindship
Actually, I watch Fox news on a regular basis. "Keep your friends close; keep your enemies closer." 😎Plus, Fox has the best looking slu -- er, women, even if 90% of them are cut from the same fake-tan, bleached-blonde mold.
Wow! that's exactly the same reason I watch Fox news. And I thought it was just me. 😮