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How to Argue Effectively and Win
How to Argue Effectively and Win…
It can be difficult for people to get their point across without hurting one another in the process. Here are some tips for effectively resolving a problem by stating your views, while being collected and reasonable. Also included are tips on winning an argument.
Stay calm & Keep a steady low tone.
The energy you give off is usually picked up on by the other person; if you are calm they sense you mean no harm and relax more. Even if you get emotional, try to keep your dignity and don’t lash out unexpectedly. Also consider your tone of voice; try to keep a steady, low tone and volume, not fluctuating to much in speed and sound. Try to sound as relaxed as possible and avoid high-pitched sounds. Also consider your body language: have a good firm posture that makes your feel powerful but not aggressive.
Don’t insult the other person.
Avoid to, in any way, say something that might be taken as an insult. When people are angry they are much more sensitive and will take even the smallest comment as an insult.
Express that you are willing to listen to the other person and respect them.
Even though you might not agree with what the other person is saying you need to remember that they might feel just as strongly about their views as you do about yours.
Winning an Argument –
Think about the possible arguments for and against your side, and the opposite side. If there is any major weakness in your argument, you must fill it before coming to a confrontation with the opposition, or risk losing the argument.
Divide into equal shapes
Still can’t figure it out,
Take your time.
Last resort
FIND THE MAN
THE TRICK IS TO FIND THE MAN
IN THE COFFEE BEANS:
This is bizarre – after you find the guy – it’s so obvious.
Once you find him – it’s embarrassing, and you think,
‘Why didn’t I see him immediately?‘
Doctors have concluded that if you find the man in the coffee beans in 3 seconds, the right half of your brain is better developed than most people. If you find the man between 3 seconds and 1 minute, the right half of the brain is developed normally. If you find the man between 1 minute and 3 minutes, then the right half of your brain is functioning slowly and you need to eat more protein. If you have not found the man after 3 minutes, the advice is to look for more of this type of exercise to make that part of the brain stronger!!!
And, yes, the man is really there!!
After you find the man in the beans forward the e-mail to your brainy friends.
Learning English by Uncle Teng 