01-15-2018, 04:25 PM
(01-15-2018, 02:35 PM)rva_jeremy Wrote: What the speaker in this video makes absolutely clear is that it's not always about the ideas, so you need to use the debate dynamic with willing participants who have the inner resources to stand up for themselves. Otherwise, you're just dominating, and it's not about finding truth at all but owning the other side.
I absolutely agree. I only debate with those who love it, and it's always peaceable. For those who love it, it's different than the typical public debate where winning is the goal. And sometimes, when I have a willing, capable partner, I like to switch "sides" or viewpoints to widen the exploration of ideas.