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Originally Posted by Kawarimi
What exactly is the point of an argument?
I used to get into a lot of arguments, but a thought crossed my mind that maybe it was just pointless. Think of it this way: how often is it that you or the other person walks away with different beliefs? If you're not convincing each other no matter what, then what is the point other than maybe making yourself seem more intelligent, ridiculing the other person, or passive-aggressive venting?
Maybe it can be thought of as a way to keep your mind sharp, but at the cost of stressing out? What is the point?
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You point out the very scenario that the author of "How to Win Friends and Influence People" made in the book. Great book, hasn't worked for me though, but makes a ton of sense~ To answer your question, I often wonder about that too. A lot of times I surrender and say "You're right" because I can't be bothered. Arguing usually leads to two unhappy people. If it's my love and he isn't an abusive jerk, I don't see reasons to argue either. Talking yes, compromise yes, arguing no.