I say it all the fucking time. Almost everyone is an idiot in some manner and this phrase is well needed in these times. People are conditioned to feel insulted if ever one was to infer that they might be wrong about something. The sticks and stones era is gone.
When I want to be respectful and continue with a real conversation I start off with “that’s an interesting viewpoint” or “I am having a hard time understanding” and then I go out of my way to make an explanation that’s detailed and thorough. But still leave it open for debate.
When I’m feeling more ornery I will agree with somebody’s talking points to the point of absurdity, or just say silly stuff to derail them.
A lot of the people here have always rejected civility and refused to accept another person's privacy. And so they go much further than anyone would every get away with f2f. So the only way to deal with them is to point out why they would not get away with such f2f.
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last commentPeople are conditioned to feel insulted if ever one was to infer that they might be wrong about something. The sticks and stones era is gone.
(Since I'm known for being tactful)
When I’m feeling more ornery I will agree with somebody’s talking points to the point of absurdity, or just say silly stuff to derail them.
SJG
Listed as my favorite saying in my HS yearbook. Known for: "Being right", lol