I could use some training. This place does improve my skills, though. I'm trying to make a habit of asking people questions rather than telling them I think they're wrong.
It's always a good place to start, asking questions.
If there is one thing I recommend everyone do, is to look up a list of the most common logical fallacies people use in arguments. Memorize them, and try not to use them in arguments. Much easier said than done, I know from personal experience. But we can always try.
Learn how to spot other people using them, and learn how to counter them logically.
I think that alone will improve most people's argument skills significantly. I never took debate in HS, where most people learn these skills. I learned the hard way, being made to look like an idiot.
I'm all for preventing others from looking foolish in front of those they're trying to sway to our side.
I could use some training. This place does improve my skills, though. I'm trying to make a habit of asking people questions rather than telling them I think they're wrong.
It's always a good place to start, asking questions.
If there is one thing I recommend everyone do, is to look up a list of the most common logical fallacies people use in arguments. Memorize them, and try not to use them in arguments. Much easier said than done, I know from personal experience. But we can always try.
Learn how to spot other people using them, and learn how to counter them logically.
I think that alone will improve most people's argument skills significantly. I never took debate in HS, where most people learn these skills. I learned the hard way, being made to look like an idiot.
I'm all for preventing others from looking foolish in front of those they're trying to sway to our side.