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Monday, August 24, 2020
Argumentation—due December 3
What is best about arguing? Include 150+ words.
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Crosby Ries
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I am writing both a scholarship essay and a narrative essay. My essays are nowhere close to being finished yet so I still do not know what literary devices I will use. I do know however that I will use as many as I possibly can to make my writing more fulfilling to read. The scholarship that I am choosing to write is about drivers' safety and drivers ed. I am writing about how it is very important to be educated when you are behind the wheel. Examples of literary devices I plan on using in both essays are imagery, foreshadowing, and allusion. I will use imagery to make the reader be able to picture what scenes I am describing in greater detail. I will use foreshadowing to help build suspense and interest in the story. I will use allusion to have the reader allude to things outside of the text to understand things in the text.
Arguing is something that I often find myself enjoying. Arguing, if done correctly, is a beneficial way for two or more people to express their opinions. While sometimes arguing is chaotic and is essentially a group of people screaming at each other, if done correctly, it can be a learning experience. The best thing about arguing is that you often gain insight. We find ourselves arguing with those that have different opinions than us. If we actually listen to the other’s points, then you either further support your opinion, or you being to question your standings. Questioning your own opinion is beneficial, as it ensures that you are fully confident in your beliefs. Arguing or debating with others is a good way to ensure your opinions. As a writer, arguing is essential to my growth. When arguing, it forces us to further examine our points to ensure that they are solid. Arguing also forces us to step into some else’s shoes. To write the best argument, we must be able to understand our opponent's point of view and anticipate what they will say.
Oftentimes, we are told that arguing is never the best solution to a problem. However, I believe that, in certain situations, this is untrue. Coming from a family full of lawyers and judges, I know a thing or two about arguing. My family instilled in me an important belief when I was young: be unafraid to stand up for yourself and what you believe in. Because of this, I have learned how to argue in a positive way. Arguing gives us the opportunity to stand up for what we believe is right, and give a glimpse of why we believe what we do to others. In today’s world, we all too often see people ridiculed and mocked for their beliefs. It is an unfortunate reality that everyone seems to face. However, arguing gives us the ability to substantiate our claims and defend our beliefs. In addition, displaying an ability to argue effectively furthers the chances of others agreeing with you. If one is able to argue using proven facts and solid reasoning, they are much more likely to be believed than someone with unsubstantiated claims and nothing more than opinion for proof. There are often negative connotations to the word arguing, but it can have many positive effects.
The best part about arguing is getting to express your feelings, usually about a topic you have a strong opinion on. Arguing gives people a good outlet to release some frustration without anything physical happening. Having an outlet like arguing is good to a certain extent. If a person argues all the time, they might not have very many people in their life because not everyone is a huge fan of arguing. I believe that arguing gives people an opportunity to prove why their side is correct. Arguing can bring out the competitive side in people if someone is very passionate about their topic. Arguing can be good and it can be bad. You have to learn the right way to argue like lawyers so that no fights break loose. If you learn how to argue in negative ways it can result in negative consequences like losing people closest to you. Without knowing how to argue properly and civilly it could lead to fights or throwing things at each other. I believe overall that arguing can be a very good thing in certain situations but there is a difference between arguing a reason that you believe in and arguing because you want to fight.
Arguing is an interesting thing really. It is two sides telling one another that they are wrong and saying "I'm right." You can even go to Harvard just to learn how to win arguments in the courtroom. However, arguing in a malicious context never accomplishes anything. Nobody will ever agree with their opposing side even if they realize they are in the wrong just to spite the other person. Never arguing is not the solution though. If everyone just agrees and goes with the first spoken word then that becomes a very unenjoyable lifestyle never getting to do what you want. Arguing needs a balance. Arguing to just say you are right and never arguing just because you do not want conflict are both terrible solutions. You should argue to shine a light on a possible solution and you need to fight for what you believe in and not just roll over. Personally, I like to argue. I just find it fun to see if I can win the debate even if the side I'm defending I do not necessarily believe in, just ask my friends. Sometimes I say I should be a lawyer because ai just want to debate people even though I know I am wrong but in a friendly tone.
For whatever reason, I love to argue. I know that I am a very competitive person, and I also enjoy being correct. I believe that this is what truly drives me to argue. I will often find myself being wrong, and I will continue to argue my point. You may think, what is the point? However, I find that I will often sway one's opinion. I have found that if you talk about something as if it is correct, people will begin to believe you. It is really quite interesting and amusing to watch. I am sure that my family gets sick of it; however, I always enjoy trying to convey to my parents why they should give me $20 rather than $10. I think that the best part of arguing is that the people who are arguing can hear both sides. For example, in a dictatorship, there is only one side. There is no use in arguing. When people listen to an argument, they can hear both sides and decide for themselves who is in the right.
Well, that is a good question. I find that the best part about arguing is getting raw feelings out of the way. Arguments bring out real feelings about a topic though this can be dangerous if they get too heated. This often gets nowhere as people get too emotional and get to set in their ways. Stubborn. In spite of this, arguing can also be very helpful. When arguing, you get to see the other person's side of the story, you get to see their view-point. Even if you don't agree with you get a fuller understanding of the topic. You as a person can start to understand the other side and see where they are coming from. Arguing can also help a person really understand where they stand on a topic. It might help them get a better feeling of themselves. I think that arguing in a healthy way can also bring relief. If the opposing side already knows how you see a topic then you don't have to hide it. It also is a stress reliever. A healthy argument makes you feel accomplished and it almost lifts a weight off your shoulders. But there is a difference between an argument to learn new things and an argument just to be right. An argument just to right brings a lot of prejudice with it thus leading to not even listening to the other person's argument. Arguing is a delicate balance that when done right can be extraordinary but when done wrong can be disastrous.
Arguing is an interesting thing. If done in a formal manner it can be a very eye-opening experience. You are able to learn thousands of new things and ideas. One drawback, however, is both sides need to approach the argument with open minds—being able to see the other point of view. If a person is not able to take a step back to see a point of view that is other than their own, no one will learn a thing. The argument will turn from a civil debate to throwing insults at someone else's opinion. One thing that comes to mind here is politics. Politics are something that you physically can not talk about in public anymore because of this reason. People today just can not seem to get past the idea that you do not agree with their opinion and take offense to it. Long gone is debating over politics in public in a civil manner, but arguing is still a great tool to find and see other viewpoints that may or may not be your own. This is why I enjoy arguments and debates.
I do not actively participate in most arguments. From a short debate in class to a slight altercation on the playing field, I tend to keep to myself. The only instance in which you might find me arguing is with my sister about meaningless feats with no substance for argument. Whether it's my non-confrontational personality or my fear of being wrong, I'm still not sure. Despite my lack of participation in the subject it still holds importance. The art of argumentation can be beneficial when done correctly. When both sides listen and take into consideration the opposing side they can sympathize with the rival. Their sympathy may not change their opinion but it creates a bond between debaters. Arguing can serve as an outlet for many and allows their voice to be heard. It is necessary to provoke change. These are benefits of arguing, along with the ability to blow off some occasional steam.
I enjoy arguing because I like proving my point. Swaying one's decision is a fun thing to do for me. I enjoy arguing when the person I am arguing against is open-minded. They will actually take the time to listen to what I have to say and I listen to what they say, and it makes for a good discussion. I think arguing is also best when you are right and you know that you are right and you have to prove your point to the other person for them to understand it. It is fun for me to try and figure out how to talk to someone and use the right words to persuade them to think how I think, even if it might be wrong. Even when my point is wrong, I still try to argue it after I realize that I am wrong. Just like my boy Matt, we are good arguers. We always have each other's backs and support what the other one is saying, even if they are wrong. We team up on others to try and take them down, and it is a fun time for Matt and me.
Arguing gives people the opportunity to exclaim their opinions. No one enjoys being incorrect, so arguing allows people to express why their opinion is correct. Getting into a verbal argument is quite easy in today's society, and many people are starting to form many different opinions regarding diverse topics. There are many outlets to argue. The first outlet is in person. Contrasting opinions can come out in normal conversations, and humans argue without even knowing. A disagreement about a topic will bring both participants to proclaim their opinion and why it is the correct opinion. Oftentimes, the evidence is presented to back up the opinion. Arguments can either end in with a visible victor or sometimes the argument results in the status quo. Another outlet for arguments, and arguably the most popular right now, is social media. Many fear that arguing in public will result in the decline of the respect you are given by others. As a result, humans find it easier to hide behind a screen and spew their opinions out on the internet to other faceless accounts. Many topics on social media that are argued over are very touchy topics, which is why more and more people are resorting to online arguing because you do not have to have an identity, as well as the fact that you can plan out your attack very thoroughly because you are not face to face. People will still exclaim their opinion when it appears it is wrong. The feeling of incorrectness and wrongdoing is something that humans despise, so arguing is a way to avoid that feeling and to cement your status and the correct individual.
Arguing accomplishes a lot. First of all, an argument cannot happen without two opposing sides who have different opinions on the same issue. In an ideal argument, both sides will represent and argue their idea and try to make the other side agree with their opinion. This allows for all sides of the issue to be exposed to every member of the argument, and ideally, this will cause both sides to learn a little more about the topic. Furthermore, each side will observe the opinions of the people around them and learn about how others think during the argument. In this way, both sides' perception of the people around them is sharpened. Beyond these external benefits, people will learn about themselves. Arguing is not easy—it takes mental acuity, knowledge of a topic, and extremely developed communication skills. Arguing practices all of these attributes; since people want to win, they will be driven to reflect on an argument and improve their skills for the next. This process of learning and growing works best in an ideal argument, but it does not always work in the real world. In order to reap the benefits of an argument, people must choose to be very open-minded and considerate. An arguer cannot learn if he or she does not make that choice.
Arguing can take many shapes and forms. Most of the time when people hear the word arguing they think of a loud conversation. Not always is it an aggressive conversation that is most times pictured in one’s mind eye when they hear of the word argue. Most of the time it is seen as just projecting your point of view. This form of communication is very helpful in trying to see someone else’s perspective on a topic. Arguing is often seen in politics with how people see what is right and wrong. People can become “heated” in these conversations and can start to not think clearly about what they are discussing and sometimes say insults. But overall arguing is a good thing for us. It keeps our minds sharp and starts thinking on topics in other lights and points of views. This helps us from not being close-minded and keep an open mind about the world around us.
Honestly, I argue with people a lot more than I would like to admit. I argue with anyone no matter how well I know them because I am very strong in my opinions. Depending on how passionate I am about something determines how much effort I will put into my voice being heard. Recently, there have been times where I have chosen to not participate in family discussions because I know that if I were to, it would get heated. The best part about arguing is getting someone to agree with something they never would have agreed with before they had the discussion. You have to be really confident in order to argue well because if you are not, nobody is going to listen to what you have to say. I believe I am a confident person when it comes to the way I carry myself, and that often results in me always piping in during debates. It can be very difficult to listen to other people's sides, but I have grown to be more understanding as I have gotten older. Everyone obviously has different perspectives on topics, so it can be quite beneficial to hear other's reasons, even if you would never change your mind.
Arguing can be very beneficial if done correctly and responsibly. When one thinks of arguing they may think of two or more individuals shouting at each other. This would be an example of irresponsible arguing. In productive arguing, the individuals have to listen to what the other person has to say and try to see where they are coming from because maybe they have some good points that you never thought about. There is no need for yelling or anything of the sort. Arguing allows you to get your point across and let everyone know what your thinking and your stance on the topic. Sometimes in an argument, there is a right and wrong answer. If you argue effectively your stance or opinion could be right, which feels very rewarding. Sometimes, though, an argument can go wrong and people just start bringing up irrelevant topics that have nothing to do with the original argument or they start namecalling and stop listening to the other person, which makes no progress.
Arguing, when done in a civilized manner, allows people to express their ideas and opinions as well as get an incite on other peoples' ideas and opinions. Being able to understand the views of others is an essential part of gaining knowledge. On the other hand, learning how to express our beliefs in an attempt to make a point is beneficial when we are trying to stand up for something. In certain situations, we are told that arguing is wrong and we should keep our mouths shut to avoid conflict. However, by going along with whatever somebody else says or believes, we lose our sense of independence and that feeling of standing up for what we believe is right. One thing that has been instilled in me is the fact that if you want people to listen to your opinions and respect them, you must also listen and respect their opinions as well. Being open-minded allows ideas to flow freely and gives both sides the assurance that their ideas are being understood and considered.
In my opinion, the ability to argue in an orderly fashion is one of the best skills someone can have. It is very easy to just shout at someone and not try and pull them to your side of the argument. The best arguers are the people that put their emotions aside and present facts and push the argument in a productive direction. I think that arguing can be a very productive thing for people to put forth their opinions and try and defend them. I like arguing very much but only when it is productive and not just a shouting match. I think that I am a very good arguer and play to my strengths as best as I can. Very rarely does it become a shouting match for me. It is only when my brothers and I or my closest friends and I get into an argument.
Often, arguing is seen as a negative thing and people try to avoid it. When referring to a relationship, people may see arguing as a sign that their relationship is in trouble. Research shows that a healthy relationship means there should be some arguing. Arguing can be important for the mind to keep going. When it comes to me, I personally do not like arguing if the conflict is between me and my family or friends. Now, if I get to argue in a debate type situation, I am all in. I think that people should argue (only if they are arguing correctly, no extreme yelling. Think of it as a debate) if they want to express their opinions on a certain topic. A good thing about arguing is that you are arguing with someone that does not agree with you. With that, you can hear their opinion and if you keep an open mind, you may learn new factors of that topic. I think that in order to be able to argue something, you need to know and understand both sides of the story.
Arguing has a lot of benefits than most people would think it would. Arguing helps you get your point across to people who might oppose something that you could strongly agree with. By arguing, you get to see each other's views on things, and it will also help you understand why they think they are right in a situation—and will tell you why they think that you are wrong. Arguing can also lead to anger which is a common emotion that alerts us and lets us know that something is wrong. In this case, when we argue it is healthy this is because we do not always agree with the person that we are talking to and need to let them know why. It is always ok to let the other person know why you disagree with them because if you do not then they are going to think that you agree with them and that they are right. You always want to speak your mind get your point across so the other person knows how you feel and can open up to the ideas and reasons as to what makes you right.
I stand behind the belief of motivational speaker, Tony Gaskins, when he stated that “arguing isn’t communication, it’s noise” when discussing the significance of clear communication. While some people seem to seek the thrill of an argument, I find myself flustered and overwhelmed when a calm discussion morphs into a heated argument. In a world filled with tension, politically and socially, remaining a mediator can be a challenge. However, my parents raised me to sit back, observe, and listen to both sides before stating my personal opinion. Based on my experience, argumentation is emotionally driven where the goal becomes being correct and showing the other side they are incorrect in a harmful, lasting way; on the contrary, discussion remains civil and evidence-based. Arguing may seem appealing when discussing areas driven by personal experience such as one’s favorite food, but areas of science, politics, or social justice—where fact is easily intermingled with emotion and influence—are most successful when discussed in a civil manner. People may claim that a lack of desire to argue stands as a sign of cowardice; I, on the other hand, simply see it as a way of remaining steady in your belief without becoming emotional. The discussion also allows both sides to become educated on the opposing views stance while arguing leaves both sides feeling irritated and exhausted. So, as much as I may want to bicker with my brother over the last cookie, I will continue to act as a mediator on more serious topics.
The best part about arguing is that you get the opportunity to express your opinions and feelings on the given topic. Along with expressing your own perspective, arguing allows for you to become more aware of what other people's perspectives of the same given topic are. If arguing is done correctly and you actually listen to everything the other person has to say you are sure to gain something new out of the experience. This does not necessarily mean that you have to agree with what they are saying, but it will at least help you understand why they think the way they do. The most important thing to remember when arguing is that you are trying to validate why you believe what you do with facts and reason. If you have nothing to back up your case besides solid opinion then others are going to be less likely to take your stance seriously.
When people think of arguing they think someone is trying to start something or is wrong. The best part of arguing is you get to hear both sides. Not only do you understand why you think the way you do but also if you listen you will hear why they think the way they do. It might not change your mind or stance on a topic but it is always good to hear both sides. Hearing both sides makes you more open to others' thoughts and concerns. If no one ever argued or questioned each other we would all "think the same". Which in reality would make the world very boring. If no one argued we wouldn't know all of the knowledge we do today. For example, say someone says all apples are red no other color and everyone agreed with them. If no one said "Well what about green apples" then everyone would think there are just red apples because there's no argument or debate.
There are lots of benefits to constructing argument essays. Even though it is easier to submit to peer pressure and agree on specific topics, arguing helps people see the opposing side which can be very beneficial. A strong argument includes many facts from both sides. Views can be brought up that were never thought of. Arguing a side that you don't agree on also can be very helpful. Doing this can help you notice why other people think they are right in a situation. One of the sides might not have all the correct, fact-checked information, so this will help them. Arguing with a partner also has lots of benefits. Even though both people agree on the same side, there may be smaller points missed. Ideas can be bounced between people; in the end, a stronger argumentation may be created. If arguing is done correctly, it can be very beneficial for both sides.
Arguing is always seen as a bad thing. If you argue with teachers, you are a bad student. If you argue with your parents, you are a disrespectful child. If your parents argue with each other, they have an unhealthy relationship. These all seem to be true, but sometimes arguing is necessary and proper. In life, there is rarely a definitive answer. Because of this, many outcomes have to be weighed against each other, their pros and cons tallied and evaluated. Arguing properly—not screaming wildly at one another—is a great way to communicate the benefits and downsides of every outcome and decide which is best. Unlike your parents or siblings, a lack of arguments in the government can indicate an unhealthy system. People are meant to have different opinions and viewpoints, so having everyone agree all the time is suspicious and indicative of collusion. Political parties argue over many issues, big and small. Whichever party can argue more effectively will win and influence the spectator's or their opponent's viewpoints, but that doesn't necessarily mean that everyone will accept the winning opinion. Arguments can determine outcomes in just about every situation where compromises will not suffice.
I'm not happy to admit it, but I'm a stubborn person. I don't like to be wrong, and when I am, I don't always take it in the best way. Don't worry, I've been working on it; however, this aspect of my personality sometimes makes arguing fun for me. I don't particularly love arguing all of the time, but it can be really entertaining when I have good points. I've learned that one of the best parts of arguing is trying to get ahead of the person that you are arguing with. It is essential that you think ahead and predict what their arguments will be. Once you do that, you oftentimes will make wonderful points. The goal of arguing should never be to make the other person feel bad about what they said, but getting ahead of them might stop them in their tracks. Make them think. Persuade them. Even if predicting fails and you lose the argument, you still gain by learning all about someone else's perspective. Arguing forces you to be in a situation where you need to examine what another person thinks and why they think it. Essentially, arguing is just an opportunity to expand your views on things.
Arguing can lead to positive results, but only when done correctly. Often times arguing leads to hurt feelings and/or physical harm. People tend to be too passionate and incessant about their claim, and, therefore, refuse to pay attention to the other side's points. However, if arguing is done correctly by actively listening to others, it can be very beneficial. When you argue, you should attempt to step into the other person's shoes and experience their point of view. When this is done, you may be able to give a counter-argument, which could result in convincing the other side that they are incorrect. On the other hand, you could be persuaded by their undeniable point(s). Either way, a result is achieved. In addition, a middle-ground may be reached instead. Possibly, both sides could see both disadvantages and advantages to their claims and be able to work together to produce a solution. A whole new point of view could be manufactured! This leads to resolutions that have the potential to change the world for the better.
I try to argue with people as little as possible. To me, the difference between arguing and debating/discussing is there is some form of anger involved in arguing. The purpose of a discussion or debate is to understand the other person's point of view, while the point of arguing is to try to convince them that your point of view is better. The best part of arguing is the passion behind the discussion. In a discussion or debate, there may not be any reason for you to care about it, but arguing usually involves something you care about a lot, and you may know a lot about the subject. I prefer discussing something rather than arguing, but the way I interpret the word "argue" might affect that. Whenever I argue, it seems that nothing is accomplished, but it can still help you convey your point of view to another person.
I think that the best thing about arguing something, is that you get to prove your side of the point. Even if you know that you are wrong, you can still try and convince the other person you are right. If done correctly you can persuade people to think that you know what you are talking about. It allows you to debate different sides on situations and look at the other perspective. Most people think that arguing is always negative. In some ways it can become negative when both sides are angry with one another and not listening to both stand points. It can sometimes get to this point but it is also a way to both express different sides of the situation and different views on the topic. Arguments can definitely bring out the competitive side in people that always need to be right. They will argue forever about something that they know is wrong. Arguments can start between people on the daily.
Arguing is like boxing but with your words. The goal is to win the argument in order to gain something that you are in favor of. There are even careers based on winning an argument such as lawyers. They get paid lots of money to argue whether their client is innocent or guilty of a crime. Arguing is all about expressing how you feel on a topic, and trying to convince others that your side is right and the other side is wrong. Typically arguing happens over a topic in which you feel very strongly about and that you have lots of feelings about. You believe that you are right and you have no desire to give up that position. Most humans are built-in with these kinds of beliefs that they are right about things they believe in and that others are wrong. This is what leads to arguing and sometimes this kind of argument is what damages relationships, which you want to avoid. So I think that the best thing about arguing is arguing but understandingly and open-mindedly as to not damage relationships because of a ridiculous argument.
I think what is best about arguing is the chance of getting to express your beliefs and opinions while hearing others. A lot of times arguing is just people shouting and interrupting each other but if done in the right way can really be beneficial in getting your point across. Arguing in a positive way with positive intentions can be a good way to give and receive insight. Being able to back an opinion you have with facts and then transferring that over to an argument is the best feeling. A lot of lawyers know how to argue correctly and civilly while still getting their point across. Another way I love arguing is trying to get money out of my parents. Their nothing better than convincing your parents to give you more money by giving them facts of why you need more. Nowadays people argue by straight opinions without having anything to back it up by, but if that changed to people having facts about their opinions, I bet a lot of people would gain great insight into their opponent's point of view.
Learning, letting out feelings, advocating your beliefs—several benefits to arguing exist. One main benefit of arguing is the chance to learn by hearing the opposing side’s argument; however, some struggle to accomplish the key to learning: listening. In order to comprehend and process the opposing side’s argument, one must have the self-control to stop what they are saying and actually give the opposing side the chance to speak. I think many arguments end up accomplishing nothing due to the lack of listening. When one learns to listen, they gain insight that may either change their view or aid in helping defend their preexisting view. Second of all, argumentation gives one the chance to let out bottled up feelings. Bottling up feelings—a dangerous habit—can lead to an explosion of anger, one that may end up hurting others. Arguing in a respectul, proper way gives one the chance to let their inner thoughts be heard. Finally, argumentation gifts one the opportunity to advocate for their beliefs. Without advocating for what you believe in, how would corrupt happenings be abolished? They simply could not. Argumentation allows one to voice the problems they see happening in an effort for positive change. Without the art of arguing, healing the world would be a more arduous struggle.
I can not say that I enjoy arguing and I do not find much joy at all in seeing others argue. However, arguing brings out a different side of people; a side that allows those around them to see how passionate they are about something or someone. Although arguing is not how I typically like to see people's emotions displayed, it is an effective and quick way for them to make everyone in the room aware of what they feel. In addition, arguing can be important in the growth of character. A child who begins to argue is proving to those around them that they care about something. This is important because where would the world be without people who cared? Despite the fact that arguing is seen as negative and can be tiring after a while, it certainly does give humankind hope that people still care about things, people, and ideas. So, while arguing is not something I enjoy, I do believe that arguing is a way of stating one's passions, emotions, and beliefs in an effective and passionate way.
I tend to think arguing is a negative thing mostly because a lot of arguments end up with either side fighting with one another because one or both of them get too emotional, rather than two or more people having a civil conversation. I personally do not like arguing because when an argument starts to get intense, I will most likely end up in tears for the sole purpose of me not liking when people get aggressive. When I do argue, it is most likely with my sister because one of us didn’t get our way. Oftentimes, the argument between us will eventually involve our parents. Even though I think arguing is often a negative thing, I do think it can be done the right way. I think the right way to argue is by letting someone get their point across and both sides of the argument are able to respect the opinions of the other side even if they don’t necessarily agree with them.
The best part about arguing is that it helps you fight for something you believe in. When arguing, the goal is to make the other person see it from your point of view and explain why you think something. It allows for a healthy exchange of thoughts and ideas if done respectfully. Arguing can be aggressive but I think many people are capable of doing it right. I think arguing can be funny when people say things that don't really make sense. If you watched the debates between Trump and Biden, you can see two old men arguing over everything. They don't argue to spread knowledge, they argue just to disagree with each other. People that argue like to be right. In my life, I have seen many friends that are stubborn, argue with each other. They cannot accept the fact they are wrong so they keep defending their side. This is the point at which arguing does more bad than it does good.
I tend to pick arguments that are worth my time. I am not one to just argue to argue because I truly do not care enough. If I do choose to argue, I will argue about things I am truly passionate about. I think I have more energy in those arguments because I actually care. But, I do occasionally partake in little silly arguments with my friends and siblings. I would like to say I don't care when I am proven wrong, but I would be lying. I think arguing is a great way to express your view or opinion on a topic. Sometimes this can lead to some pretty heated altercations but, again, people are passionate about things. This can sometimes come off as overbearing and obnoxious but it is what it is. I think people have lost the actual meaning of arguing. Arguing is not suppose to be a big diss when you prove someone wrong or completely ignoring the other person's opinion. Arguing is for hearing both sides and maybe seeing things a tad differently.
In an argument, each side gives reasoning for their point of view on a topic. Those that are closed-minded or very opinionated may tend to get into arguments more often than those who are open-minded. Close-minded people have a harder time understanding or accepting the opposing side's view. Arguing shows that not everyone has the same perspective on things. When someone argues, they want to be right. Arguing is a necessary thing. We learn through arguing to have honesty and to have evidence to back up your claim in order for your point to have credibility. The best part of arguing is being able to hear the opposing side's viewpoint and then backing up your own viewpoint with more evidence creating better credibility. Actually persuading someone enough during an argument that they switch to your viewpoint is something most hope to achieve when in an argument. We argue to gain knowledge and clarification on a topic.
When someone gets into an argument it can be for two different reasons. One reason can be because someone is very passionate about a topic and they want to prove that their idea is better. The second reason can be because you just like to make the person you are arguing against mad. People who get into a lot of arguments tend to be more close-minded, where they don't take new ideas very willingly. Arguments can be very good because you hear perspectives from both sides that are very passionate about what they are arguing about. It also shows the passion for what they are arguing about and how they truly believe that their idea is best. When arguing both people can express their opinion and hear the other side of their opinion, whether they choose to listen to that or not. Arguing can be a good thing or a bad thing but either way it is a part of all of our lives and everyone gets into an argument at some point throughout their lives.
What I enjoy the most about arguing is getting into a heated, well mannered argument where both sides are civil about it. If both parties of the argument are civil and patiently wait their turn to explain their side, arguments are a whole lot of fun. What is probably an even greater experience than merely winning an argument is pausing an argument with the person because another person is trying to butt into the argument. What I enjoy about this experience is when you and your opponent pause your argument and kick the person who was trying to butt into the argument out of it because they were being rude. The last thing that I really enjoy is learning more about either side of an argument. Lots of times when you argue you only really see your side clearly so you can not exactly understand the other side. When you get put up against a well-informed opponent, it is enjoyable learning more about the other side, even if it is just to gather more information to bury your opponent.
In my opinion, the best part about arguing is hearing what the opposing side has to say. Arguments are crucial to growth and expanding ideas. The reason arguments cause growth is because you are exposed to new thoughts and perspectives. I can almost guarantee that every great idea or adventure was argued at some point. These arguments are what fine-tune an idea and make sure that it is as good as it can possibly be. Arguments do not have to be a hostile thing, I believe they are much more effective when they are used to expand knowledge.
Arguing is something that is usually frowned upon but yet it has some really good benefits. The best thing about arguing is learning from your arguments. Typically when you argue it is about opposing points over a certain topic that you probably care about to a certain extent if you are willing to use your energy to argue with someone over it. By "wasting" your energy and arguing you are in fact learning more on this certain topic. If your opinion happens to be wrong you will learn more about what you were wrong about and educate yourself. Another good thing about arguing is enjoyment. Some people simply enjoy arguing. Take a lawyer, for example, they probably enjoy arguing to a certain extent due to the fact that they made this profession. Arguing can bring both learning and enjoyment which are both good things.
Arguments usually arise from people having two different opinions that are starkly different from one another. The best part of arguing is getting to hear those other opinions. If the other person cares deeply enough about the topic to argue on end with you it must mean a lot to them so you should listen to them and their logic even if you believe that they are wrong. Hearing other sides of people's opinions can help you expand your mind by diversifying your thoughts then just hearing from people that agree with you. In today's day and age, arguments are no longer this though. Thanks to the anonymity provided by the internet people are free to change from actually arguing using facts or professing what they believe to simply resorting to name-calling and bickering as soon as they find out someone disagrees with what they think. But arguing in its purest form is an important thing in our society.
My personal favorite part about arguing is the fact that opposing sides are exposed to different viewpoints than their own. In lots of cases, when people have a particular position on a topic, the sources that they refer to may or may not be (but usually are) biased towards one side or another. For example, try comparing what Fox News and CNN would say about the same political issue...even though they are both news sources, each is completely biased towards one political side. When there is a civil, organized debate, it allows for each side to hear the benefits of their opponent’s viewpoint, not just the cons of that viewpoint that they usually think about. Arguing allows those who maybe have only heard one side of the debate to decide which opinion they really agree with because they can hear the good and the bad of both sides, not just one from one person talking or from one media source. Some may argue (pun intended) that arguing is never beneficial, but this is simply false. When people think of “arguing”, they often associate it with situations like couples yelling at each other or coworkers fighting about who ate the last donut in the break room, not organized debates. Arguing does not have to consist of screaming and yelling and it does not have to end in a fistfight. Believe it or not, disagreeing individuals can have a civil conversation about why they believe what they do, allowing others to expand their knowledge of a subject, even if the end result does not change anyone’s beliefs. Arguing is definitely beneficial—as long as it is done in a civil manner and respect for the opponent is evident on each side.
Arguing can be very beneficial to both sides. This idea relies on the argument taking place in an orderly and controlled manner. Debates are a great example of controlled arguments. One of the best qualities of a controlled argument is the ability to get multiple viewpoints on the same issue. When both sides are allowed to share their views you can get a better understanding of what your opponent believes and why they believe it. Another great quality of argumentation is that it allows us to solve our issues without the issue escalating to unnecessary measures. The idea of talking issues out in the form of a controlled argument has helped us countless times in the past and I believe that it will continue to help us far into the future. Lastly controlled arguing allows us to find common ground with those around us. This gives us something that we can agree on and bond appon.
The best thing about arguing is that it is taking people's points of view and fighting to find which is better. It allows for people to fight for what they believe in and try to make other people believe what they are fighting for is right. Another great thing about arguing is that it takes much more than just shouting at the other person that their point is wrong. You have to know what you are fighting and you have to get evidence on what you are fighting for and evidence against what the other person is fighting for. After you get all your evidence you also need confidence. If you do not have confidence in what you are saying people will not believe in what you are talking about. Someone may not have any evidence but if they sound confident in what they are talking about vs someone who does not sound confident, then people will most likely take the side of the person who is confident. If done correctly arguing can help people find the solution to a problem that the people have. If done incorrectly, arguing can lead to chaos and disorder within a system. When people start yelling at each other it causes people to get angry because their point is not being considered whatsoever which causes them to start yelling to get their point across which leads to chaos. So if done right arguing is definitely beneficial as long as it is done correctly and everyone respects each other's opinions.
I would say that I truly enjoy arguing. I enjoy the passion and thrill of two people standing up for what they believe in. I like sharing my beliefs and opinions and hearing what other people think about the same topic. I like hearing other people’s stories that explain why they think and believe what they do. It broadens my mind and gives depth to my knowledge and understanding of the world and the people in it. Maybe I’ll be able to change their mind or they’ll be able to change mine. There’s a peace in the adrenaline and flurry of words. Arguing is useful in having a healthy discussion. It also allows you to look at things from someone else’s point of view and see something that you hadn’t seen before. However, arguing needs to be done kindly and calmly. I have been taught that it’s imperative that you be respectful when you argue; it doesn’t mean yelling at each other and attacking each other personally.
I like to argue because it can be very thrilling. Arguing is a passion of mine that I did not know. I love to argue with my dad because he gets a little angry and that is what makes me laugh. I love to argue about things I am passionate about as well because I can have words to back up what I am saying. Arguing in the right way should be friendly and not about making the other feel bad. In good ways, this can be a time to understand the other side of the argument and be open minded.
I enjoy arguing a lot. I try and do it as much as possible but I have found that arguing can be an eye-opening experience for everyone. When arguing, you are going up against one or more other people. These people will have a different opinion on the subject at hand. When arguing you are forced to listen to everyone else's argument and hear their perspective. Some people might not actually listen to the perspective if they are too worried about their own argument. Those who listen, however, are likely to understand what the other people are saying about their respective and might just change their argument because of it. The moment of realization that someone was wrong in an argument can also be kind of funny at times. There is so much passion in some people when they are arguing and that can be a driving force for not listening to someone else's argument.
The best part about arguing is being able to express your opinion to someone or some group of people that clearly do not the topic or issue through your perspective. It is also important to see the opposing side of the argument. Sometimes people are so quick to pick a side of an argument, that when they hear the other side of the argument, it could swing their opinion. Arguing does get a bad name for itself, and this is because of politics. In politics, many politicians do not see the other person's perspective. This is unlike a fair argument because they should be able to listen to the other side. It is good to argue about topics that overall do not affect people personally, because then at the end of the arguement, you can be friends with the person who you disagreed with. However, if you decide to debate about something that someone cares about personally, it could potentially get out of hand and off topic.
Arguing is a healthy way to get a point across as long as it is civil. I like being able to argue as long as it does not get to the point of a screaming match because then you are just seeing your point in the situation. It is important to see where the counterargument is coming from. It is nice to argue because you can broaden your horizons of what other people think. It is also nice when people are connected to what they are arguing about, it makes them more passionate. If you don't listen to the other side of the argument, however, I believe that the whole situation is pointless in the end because nothing was accomplished. The two people do not have to agree at the end but if you do not take away anything, then you are no better than you were at the beginning. I think it is an excellent tool to say everything you are thinking and have other people comment on why that is true or false.
Honestly, I do not argue with anyone I do not know very well. I do not like arguing with people I do not know very well because I am scared and I don’t want to hurt their feelings. I feel bad when someone gets upset because I said something they didn’t like. On the other hand, I argue with people I am close to. I probably argue with people I am closer to more than I should. Sometimes it turns out good and other times it turns out bad. Arguing can be a good thing if you do it the correct way. It allows people to express what they are thinking and hear about others’ opinions as well. Arguing the correct way is a good skill to have in my opinion because you can express what you are thinking to others and you can learn a lot from listening to them.
Throughout our childhood, we have been told that arguing is not the best way to come to a conclusion. Parental figures and our elders all try to push us to not argue with each other because it can be negative and can create disagreements and incidents between kids. However, I disagree. If there is a healthy argument going on where both sides are listening to each other and being respectful to each other this leads to a growth in knowledge and respect for both sides. However, if an argument is not healthy and both sides are yelling at each other and not trying to understand this achieves nothing and is complete folly. Therefore, I believe that arguing can and is a good way to grow as a person and understand people and the viewpoints in greater detail. The more we as a society can do to push each other to have healthy disagreements with each other than we can all grow into better individuals.
The best thing about arguing is being able to “fight” with siblings over something without getting in trouble because you are just stating what your opinion is. Even though we are always told not to fight this however is not really fighting as much as trying to convey your opinion on the matter where there is no right or wrong answer. It allows for change to happen because something might come to light in a new way or they might see a flaw in their point of view which can lead to having a positive impact on a relationship or something else. But that all depends on if a person is willing to listen to another side; which can help teach the value of listening to others for when you have to deal with someone who has an opposing viewpoint on something that you feel really strongly about. It can also teach the value of words by making a person have to think about what they are going to say to try to convince someone to change sides so they can’t just say anything that comes to mind.
Arguing is good because it gives both sides opportunity to prove themselves right or wrong. They can use evidence and analyze if their stance on whatever they are arguing makes sense. Often times one side will find flaws or strengths within their argument through argumentation. Every single argument has some flaws behind it. It is your goal to make sure your strengths of your chosen argument far outweigh the flaws of said argument. Arguing provides a great way to help strengthen or weaken your opinions and help you choose the one that best suits your taste and the one you think is right. Argumentation provides a great way to calmly argue and prove ones point
The best thing about arguing is finding flaws in your own argument. There are always flaws in every argument. No one is perfect and we all have bad arguments at times. The thing is, you will never ever realize mistakes and problems with what you are saying if you are never challenged. You gain nothing from being right all the time. When you realize your mistakes, it allows you to change them or to find a better argument for it. At the end of the day, you probably will not change the mind of a political opponent. But, you get one step closer to changing their mind if you fix the mistakes you made previously. Always learn from your mistakes. It is better to admit that you were wrong before rather than staying wrong for the sake of your ego. Your ego will suffer more if you are willingly ignorant about the topics you argue for and against.
Whilst arguing usually carries a negative connotation, I believe that it has many positive implications, the best of which is the fact that it allows you to express what you believe in a relatively safe manner. You don’t have to hold back what you are thinking; instead, you can publicly debate about what you think is best. You can debate over important issues like the fate of the world, or you could argue about trivial issues like what the best food is. Arguing allows us to get our opinions across or helps us to see issues in our opinions. A true and civil argument helps transcend bias—which almost everybody has some form of; and without bias, opinions become much more genuine. Arguments can really help to broaden your perspective and increase your knowledge of specific topics. And therefore, I believe that it—for the most part—is a positive trait of humanity, as long as the participants keep it respectful.
One of the most positive aspects of arguing is that no matter what you always learn something. Even if you prove your point and your "opponent" accepts you have won the argument, you still now understand his side of the argument and what he thought. If you lose the argument then you now have an understanding of what was correct. I feel like arguing also builds character and personality. You can usually tell how well informed a person is or what their character is like after arguing with them even once. Arguing also provides a sense of confidence. If you are bold enough to speak out against someone else you are asserting that you know something that maybe they do not or maybe just do not agree with and disagreeing against them. This can be very beneficial for certain aspects of life. Many people often let out what has been building up inside them and solve issues by arguing. Arguing is a normal/healthy part of life.
I argue a lot—ask my parents! I feel like arguing can be positive or negative. Some negative things are when you are not respecting others, and may even get in a fight with the other person. It is good to state your opinions, but you must know how to correctly state in a way that does not disrespect others. There are also many other benefits of arguing with others. It is good to speak in front of others because it helps with public speaking. When you are arguing, you may have anger and it is healthy to release your anger. If you keep anger inside eventually that anger is going to make you explode with anger. Arguing does not have to consist of screaming and yelling and it does not have to end in a fist fight. Debates, are more civilized and are organized. In which there is a moderator that helps control the peace and make sure that everyone is respecting each other and not interupting.
Despite my shy and nonconfrontational personality, I love to argue. I usually only argue with people I know well and about topics I care about. However, I will argue with my brothers about pretty much anything. My favorite part about arguing is when I can change someone's stance on a subject and get them to agree with what I believe. A good way to change someone's mind is to be confident in what you are saying so that they will listen to you. It is difficult to listen to both sides of an argument, but it is beneficial in solving it to see the problem from a different point of view. In our society currently, there are a lot of issues up for debate, and there is a lot of arguing going on about how to handle these problems. Although arguing is a divisive form of communication and problem-solving, it is very common to argue with others.
I'm not one to argue, as I do not like when it gets personal, which arguing often does. However, I can appreciate that arguing brings different opinions to the table. When arguing, the two parties disagree with each other and will try to bring strong points that support their argument. These points can open the other party's eyes and make them see their side, or at the very least acknowledge that it exists. Another reason it is good is that it can create unity. Screaming and overly aggressive behavior obviously drives people apart more than it brings them together, but I am talking about more civil debates. People could realize that they agree on certain aspects of a thing, and make a connection that way. For example, people may agree that mental health is an important problem in our society that needs to be acknowledged more but disagree on how to fix it. The people may feel more united that they agree on the problem, and may also see more solutions that they would not have though of beofre.
Personally, I do not like arguing that much. I especially do not like it when it just turns into a screaming match. But, when arguing in a civilized manner, like a friendly debate, then I can get behind it. But if I had to choose something that I like the most about arguing is that I get to see someone else's side. Usually, I do not get into arguments with people who believe what I believe, so in an argument, I get to the person I am arguing with can explain their viewpoint, which is sometimes something I did not know about until then. I also like it when people keep an open mind when arguing. I like this because, in an argument, a valid point that goes against what you are saying may be said that may change their own stance on the subject. When people accept that they were wrong or their view slightly changed instead of refusing to budge, even a little, is annoying. Madeleine Pearce
The best part about arguing is that you can get a chance to say what you want to say. Some people are timid and may not speak up unless you confront them or a mandatory debate or argument. You may give your opinion, proven facts, or joined thoughts; either way, your main goal is to have the other side consider the possibility of agreeing with you. During an argument, I think it is best for both sides to give their thoughts evenly so that they feel confident and comfortable with how they portray their ideas. Sometimes, the opposing side may provide a fact or thought that might reconsider your idea or reevaluate your opinion. Adding on to that, listening to others may give you an understanding that sometimes you may not always be right, but it is good to make sure that you understand where everyone else is and not just yourself.
The best thing about arguing is that you are able to explain your point of view on a topic and maybe even convince others to change their view. Arguing has the potential to have a lot of power. You can get into an argument with another person who does not agree with you on a particular topic and through some elaborate phrasing and rebuttal that person can come to agree with you, or they could even realize your point of view and respect your opinion. Sometimes arguments can get a little out of hand, however. Arguments can get heated when people refuse to accept the other's point of view. Shouting, screaming, and harsh language might ensue. These arguments might result in a physical altercation, new grudges, and discomfort for any witness. If you make sure you avoided these toxic arguments, your arguments could be calm, useful, and maybe even fun.
Arguing scares me. When I argue with someone, even if it's just a little debate, I can feel my heart pounding out of my chest. I'm not sure why this is; honestly, I've never been able to figure it out. Even if I know that what I'm saying is factual and makes sense, I am afraid of looking like a fool or upsetting my opposer. Despite all this, there's something about debating that is satisfying to me. If I had the confidence to participate in debates and create a sound argument, I would do it a lot more often. Political debates are something I enjoy—especially when I know the other person is in the wrong. That's probably a bit mean, but I like to be right. Though, I'm sure most people do. It's not too often that I am right, so I enjoy it a bit more than most. In summary, debating scares me but at the same time, it's fun. If only I could get over my fear of it, I might actually be able to fully enjoy it.
The best thing about arguing is the sharing of ideas. Even if one side of the argument is wrong, they may still be able to shift the opposing viewpoint by backing up what they are saying with evidence. Being confident in the way you speak is a huge part of an argument. How are you gonna get someone to believe what you are saying if you aren’t entirely sure yourself? Arguing can show you sides of an argument that you hadn’t known existed. Sometimes different viewpoints strengthen your argument, and sometimes they weaken your argument. In some arguments, both sides are correct in different ways. In arguing, you can prove the opposing viewpoints are correct at the same time in which your viewpoints are correct as well. Done right, arguments can be effective, enlightening, and even give you some fun. Although, arguments that turn spiteful, usually are not very effective and it leaves both parties upset.
Arguing has a negative connotation for me. People arguing sounds like yelling, frustration, and regret. Arguing should not be about trying to prove you’re right. Arguments should feel more like purposeful compromise and understanding. If you are arguing to prove your correctness, you are not listening to the other person’s perspective on the topic. You can have your beliefs and not force them until one party submits. For example, my argumentative essay is about the censorship of art. I believe that high school students have a right to learn about authentic, harsh books that actually aid them in their understanding of ethics. If someone wanted to share an opposing view, I would be happy to hear it. If they could prove that it is more ethical to withhold certain art from high school students, I would consider my stance on the topic. This works both ways. Both parties have to be willing to listen to and contemplate other ideas. You have to know when to be strong in your beliefs and when it’s time to reconsider.
Arguing is mostly seen as a negative process. Yelling, screaming, shouting, it can become very heated and could even lead to physical fighting, but arguing, if done respectfully, can accomplish many things. It can help you gain insight into the other side’s perspective, and can also be used to convince someone of your correctness on a topic. In a world full of differing opinions it is important to argue so you are not susceptible to hearing the same things every day. What is the best part about arguing? I think it is the fact that you are able to express your thoughts and feelings about a certain topic. If a lot of people share the same thoughts and opinions as you, together you can use arguing to create change in the world around you. At the end of an argument, if done respectfully, both sides are informed about the topic a little more than they were before.
Arguing—when done in a civil manner—is a healthy way to get a point across or express an opinion. Personally, I am not one who actively seeks out or participates in arguments; being in the hot seat has never been appealing to me. However, if I engage in an argument, it often is something really important to me. I was raised by parents that taught me to wait, observe, and carefully listen to each side before stating a personal opinion or adding input. What I have learned from them is now what I acknowledge as the most important part about arguing, that being listening to the perspectives of others. I find that I am able to broaden my own views and knowledge of specific topics through the views of others. It is incredibly interesting when opposing sides are able to recognize both disadvantages and advantages to their own claims after listening to the convincing or sometimes undeniable points of the other. Oftentimes someone will say something that you would have never thought of; this is what I believe to be the best thing about arguing.
I think the thing that is best about arguing is getting to make points. When someone initially approaches a topic, they usually have a predetermined view or perspective of said topic. However, arguing provides other viewpoints that may challenge what the person believes. This can lead to several benefits. One of those benefits is getting to see why someone believes what they do. Some people know what they believe, but if you asked them to explain why they believed that, they would not be able to give an answer. Arguing can lead to viewpoints that either strengthen or change your current viewpoints because you will either agree or disagree with points that are made from the opposing side. Along with that, hearing the opposing viewpoints can make you able to have a stronger debate. If you know what the other side is going to say, then you can plan and shape your argument around what they are going to say.
Arguing has many different purposes. The best part about arguing is seeing other sides of the same argument. You may personally believe strongly about something without having looked at the other side of the argument or why other people don’t believe the same as you do. If you’re not looking at the different perspectives of the argument it can leave your side full of holes and easily disputed. Arguing can also teach you different ways to rebuttal either what you’re arguing now or other things in the future. It can make you a quick thinker. Arguing can show you many different ways of thinking as well. You could be set in stone in your way of thinking and hearing someone else explain their side or even your own side of an argument could broaden your approach to the current situation. Arguing may even help you change your own mind. Hearing someone else's point of view explained might make you realise that’s where you actually stand.
Arguing can be a good thing because you can get multiple viewpoints on one topic. This is good because you need to know what other people are thinking and not just yourself. If you did not know about how other people felt about specific topics, you could potentially hurt them in some way. Another reason why arguing can be a good thing in life is that we can easily solve some issues without going to extreme measures. The idea of talking issues out in the form of a controlled argument has helped us countless times in the past and I believe that it will continue to help us far into the future. Lastly controlled arguing allows us to find common ground with those around us. This gives us something that we can agree on.
Although commonly seen as a negative and ignorant act, arguing can actually be beneficial if both sides behave in a respectful manner. Arguing is beneficial because it allows two opposing sides to express their own opinions while obtaining new information about their opponent’s viewpoint. Nonetheless, arguing has its disadvantages if not done in the appropriate manner. When speaking with members of authority, it would serve best not to spark an argument out of respect for this person. However, arguing with friends and family members aids in communication skills and allow compromises to be made. Unfortunately, not all disagreements end in compromises. In this day and age, the most common occurrence of this is when talking politics. Everyone seems to have a very strong opinion that they want to enforce on others. Therefore, since many people have completely opposing views, agreements are not always made. Lucky, with a civil conversation, this debate can still occur.
Argumentation is a very unique form of writing. It is a very fun way to write against an opposing person without slandering them. Being able to find good, credible information and be able to write about it in a way that is so believable that anyone will agree with you is very impressive. Also, the fact that you get to write against someone else is fun because you are trying to prove why your side is written and the other side is wrong; trying to get the reader to support your side. And if you are anything like me, I enjoy a little competition and am going to do everything I can to get the reader to join my side. But the cool thing about argumentation is that you are informing the reader about both sides of a topic. This way they are well informed on both the negatives and positives of that said topic.
Arguing, while typically thought of as having a negative connotation, can be an incredibly insightful occurrence. Arguing with others lets you both express your thoughts, feelings, and ideas, and hear others’ as well. It can broaden your thinking and cause you to inspect different ideas more closely. It can give you newfound empathy for something you once thought you despised. It is essentially, in and of itself, a basic (sometimes rather aggressive) exchange of information. The goal of arguing should not always be to win. Sometimes “losing” an argument is the best thing one can do. And yes, while the winner does get the satisfaction of proving their point, the so-called “loser” of the argument wins an even more valuable prize. Knowledge. So in my opinion, neither person (or group) wins nor loses. Both walk away having been exposed to new opinions and information. And what could be better than that?
To give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, theory, usually to persuade others...arguing. The action of arguing builds from passion. Having specific enthusiasm about a topic can make arguing fun as you have the knowledge to support your claim. In particular, I like debating because I get to think deeper about something that I truly care about. Without arguing on specific things, I would not know differing opinions and I would not be near as passionate about them. The in-class debate is very intriguing to me. Calm, insightful, and respectful displays of opinions are given but there is always spite to the argument. Nothing is better than listening to a debate get heated. Personally, my favorite aspect of argumentation is winning. As a competitive person, there is nothing sweeter than winning but doing so with facts and a stone face. Making hefty points and showing an immense understanding of the topic is satisfying. I have learned though, there is a time and place for arguing. If done in a respectful disagreement, arguing can be done among almost anyone. However, when done too much, arguing can be rude and annoying.
Argumentation is what many people do to oppose a person and tell them about what they believe in. It is good to argue sometimes because you can learn the viewpoints of other people and can help get your point across. Arguing can also solve many problems by seeing what is best for people and what is not the best for people. It helps Americans overall by arguing because it can help many people on what decisions they should make and which ones they should not. However, argumentation can sometimes become out of hand or almost violent. Argumentation is powerful because it helps many people get their opinion out to the world, but also comparing it with other ideas to see which one works the best. That is why arguing is important for people who know the right idea because that could help the person who does not know the right idea and they could learn from that.
Arguing is a good thing to do because it lets off some steam as you debate against your peers. Both sides of the opposition have the chance to prove points and see if they are right or wrong. Evidence can be used to get a good advantage on the other side by stating facts such as statistics. Argumentation is also good because it allows you to fight someone who is against you without using any violence whatsoever; the arguments may get heated but nobody is going to get beat up when voicing their opinion on the topic at hand. Through argumentation, communication skills are built. Learning to listen to those on your side and the other side can fill you in with great knowledge about the topic you are interested in.
Arguing is a great thing to do because it lets you let off all your steam. There may be something you have been wanting to say about a certain topic and now we get the chance to say it against our peers. It is also very fun to find evidence to prove that the other side is wrong. There is some exhilaration knowing that you can stump them by providing the right set of evidence against them to prove them wrong. Also, arguing is a really great way to provide insight into the other side of a topic. Most of the time arguing will always end up with one or the other being proven wrong so someone always learns something. Although, in some cases, your argument may end up with two people just walking away most of the time you both would learn something. Arguing is just a great way to let off steam, prove peers wrong, and find evidence to stump them.
Arguing about something that you are very passionate about is the best thing to argue about. Whether it is about politics, religion, or sports, people can become very heated. Say you had a death in your family from a certain disease, you are more inclined to care and form an opinion to argue about if talk about that disease came up. If you were affected by the government in a major way, you could become very heated about the government in a good or bad way. Just like how if your best friend did some things that harmed you and didn't treat you well, you will most definitely get heated about that person when brought up in conversation. I think that talking with passion and reason are the two main keys to arguing. Not babbling or just talking stupid will also help bring legitimacy to your argument.
Argumentation is one of my favorite types of essays to write; not only do you get to choose a topic to argue but you get the chance to see the views of others. It allows people to express their opinions even though they might differ from the person next to them. As humans, we argue every day from what football team is the best in the league to politics. I would say that the bears are better than the Vikings but my mom would disagree. Neither one of us is right or wrong and that's the best part of arguing and never coming to an actual conclusion. We all have our own opinions and in today's world saying them out loud will sometimes get you in trouble but arguing helps us express those views. Arguing is something that I find myself doing quite often and my parents saying I am quite good at.
Arguing is such a wonderful tool. It is something we use in everyday life to get a point across. What is best about arguing is that it can be a friendly argument where both parties keep it under control. It is also sometimes a good way to let off some steam and for one to be able to express their opinion on something. When an argument goes down the other person should listen carefully to what one has to say, this way they have a chance to gain some great insight on a topic that they maybe did not think about before. Listening to someone else's point a view also helps you solidify what your beliefs are, or if you might consider that belief. Arguing does not have to be hostile, or tense it can be a great way to open up your heart and learn something new. So the next time you are in an argument make it a learning opportunity.
Arguing has become a valuable way to disagree in a civil matter. As long as the arguing stays civil each side will be able to share their opinions and get a better understanding of the other side's opinion as well. Without arguing humans would never be able to see both sides of the story but arguing can still cause conflict. Take the USA for example, the country is split between two different opinions and a lot of people aren't able to get along with one of the other party. If the country could understand the other side's point of view and get along with one another politics would be a less stressful topic. Arguing may be a way to get over differences between two people and help them get along. A good relationship is not complete without some arguing. Without arguing everyone would be split and no individual would be able to understand someone with different opinions.
Arguing is amazing because it allows us to discuss different opinions and try to explain why we believe ours is right. Arguing lets us try and bring others to our side of a topic which makes us feel better about ourselves if we do. I believe arguing also allows us to get our point across to others who may not agree and even lets us see a whole new side of a topic. Without arguing everyone would never change their beliefs which isn't something we want. Changing is part of life and arguing inspires change and allows for it to happen. The idea of arguing gets our blood pumping and causes excitement because we enjoy the idea of trying to prove ourselves or that what we believe in is right compared to someone else. I think that we love to argue and that is why it is so enjoyable and great to us.
I think that the base idea of arguing can be good for a person. When you argue you have your own beliefs challenged and can learn that you are wrong or help another person understand that they are wrong. Through this process, everyone can learn how to be the best that they can and solve many problems. That is great in theory but I believe in reality that all arguing does is entrench ourselves in our own beliefs. If humans did not feel shame or embarrassment arguing could save the world, yet when someone challenges us we feel we have to beat them. Even when we know we are wrong we will continue to argue because it is better to keep our belief than admit that we are wrong and they were right. That is why there is no “best thing” about arguing, all it does is lead to deepened extremist beliefs and anger toward another person.
Arguing is great because it enables people to express their feelings. If you have a deep passion for a subject, arguing with someone enables you to express your true opinions and feelings. Because people have their own ideas and opinions, arguing has become a very common occurrence. I think that most people will be involved in an argument almost every day of their life. Different opinions on politics, religion, and sports commonly cause arguments. Arguing is a thing like lets you be unique. It gives you the ability to set your own ideas apart from others. It is great that everyone can be their own person and arguing is a key factor in doing that. Another thing about arguing that I enjoy is messing with someone. Because people can get so upset about a topic, you can disagree with them with a nonsense reason and they might get upset and rant. I do this a lot with my dad and my mom thinks it's really funny. Sometimes, I will say something that I don't even agree with just to make my dad mad. My mom and I are very entertained when we listen to his rants.
The best thing about arguing is honestly when you are right and are able to back up your standpoint. Arguing is not about two people yelling at each other saying that the other person is wrong. That is just bickering, bickering does not get anyone anywhere. People believe argumentation is a bad thing because it is two people fighting. Arguing is more about learning about someone else's point of view and listening to what they say so you can persuade them to change their mind. Getting the whole picture is key. Sometimes you will be wrong just because the way you were looking at it from your perspective seemed right but looking at it from someone else's view gives you a much better understanding of the topic. Never base a book off its’ cover right? So if you have only seen the cover shouldn’t you know the whole story. Arguing is about gaining knowledge of something you would not have thought of if the other person didn’t mention.
I think that the best part about arguing is the growth that can come from it. Many people spend their entire lives only really listening to the opinions of their friends and family. This can cause people to be close-minded. When an argument or debate comes around, people begin to have to hear the other side and their beliefs. This will cause people to become more open-minded at the end of the debate. Usually, the two sides will also come to a common agreement on the topic. If that does not happen then at least you will find out what separates the two sides of the debate. That will make you stronger in your beliefs or it could weaken your beliefs if you believe the other side has made some strong arguments. Overall, the debate is healthy because it forces us to take a stance and learn more about your beliefs.
Arguing. I tend to be really good at it when it comes to my sisters. We do tend to get into disagreements from time to time, however, in the end, we have a resolution. But, the resolution does not always result in one person being correct, there are compromises made. If writing an argumentative essay has taught me anything it is: to look at the other side's point of view. When composing an argumentative essay I have done research on the other side's views because if not, what would I be arguing? Nothing. There would be nothing to argue about. Arguments come up because people see everything from a different point of view. For example; I like chocolate and my sister likes vanilla ice cream and when we are told to chose one to buy we will argue which one is better. Without arguments or disagreements, how will different companies, businesses, and variations of products even exist? We all have different preferences and opinions and that is good because no one wants to live in an all chocolate and vanilla world. From writing an argumentation essay I have learned how to respectfully get my opinion and facts across as well.
I would have to say my favorite thing about arguing is being able to express your knowledge on a topic—especially if you show much interest or enthusiasm on the issue. If I am highly informed on the topic, I could argue for hours and spew statistics and studies to further prove my point. Of course, most of the time an argument is never actually settled and neither side can seem to change the other's mind, and there is tension. Personally, I like to think of myself as a very open-minded person and like seeing other peoples' viewpoints and opinions on certain matters. Understanding where the other side is coming from is one of the most important aspects of arguing because it offers a good rebuttal for your own beliefs—and honestly just makes you much more intelligent to be mindful of how other people think and process information. It is also important to keep the fine line between an argument and a verbal fight. In a verbal fight, neither side will listen to the other and no progress will be made.
I am a person that argues quite frequently. Often enough, I find myself debating the opposite side to my beliefs (including for the current essay). By creating this self-opposition, I scrutinize the topic more extensively and see a middle ground as a possible (and often optimal) solution.
Debate also allows you to investigate your opponent for their personality as much as for their perspective. People that lack commitment may push their belief with a passion, but they will likely fail to receive opposition. You can also pick up if they are emotional if you pry at their arguments and they take it personally.
Finally, a discussion can make you reconsider your stance in an argument. Many times I have played the devil’s advocate and found myself honestly standing on the opposite side than I was before. By playing the opposition, you may discover the invalidity of your previous defense or the lack of credibility of your argument’s sources.
Arguing not only shows your opponent the point of view you have, but it also helps you express your feelings about that topic. I think there is a limit to arguing as I do not enjoy watching it unless it is under control. What I mean by this is if two people are bashing each other about a topic, I think that is too far. But if you can have a civil conversation about your disagreements that is a different story. I like making my point known and arguing facts about that point and why I feel that way. It is sort of like having a conversation, except you may not agree with the other person. It also helps us look at the other side of things, it opens our mind to understand a topic from multiple perspectives. We may not agree but we now understand why they are arguing against us.
People like to feel secure. Being right and proving a point are two of the best ways to do so. Arguing a point can be good for so many reasons as long as it doesn’t get out of hand. For one, arguing creates diversity. Could you imagine a world where everyone thought and acted the exact same? Arguing creates differences and with that can come anger and unwanted emotions. However, arguing can also prove innocence. In the example of a court case, people are paid to argue with the court to prove someone is guilty or innocent. These arguments can be a huge deal in how it will affect the lives of the people involved. Finally, arguing can also come in the form of promoting change. When people stand up for their beliefs they are arguing for change and change is what the world needs. Arguing is best because it gives people an outlet to make a difference.
Arguing is extremely important in the exchange of ideas between opposing ideologies. If there was no transfer of ideas or ways of thinking the world would not be able to progress far enough to keep up with the creation and the recurring presence of problems within our society today. Without arguments, everyone in the world would have to agree and there is no way to bring forth the best ideas without weeding out the bad ones without putting them to the test. If no one argued there would be no way to find out which concept would work the best, and if you can not talk it out that means you would have to try it out, and some of the ideas that are put on the wayside are best left untouched and unattempted. If we continue to keep bringing the best idea forward then hopefully we will eventually find the solutions to not just our largest problems but all of them.
The best part of arguing is proving to yourself that you are in fact right and possibly persuading someone else to see your logic. Arguing is also a good tool to create debates about an infinite range of topics. These debates can be a healthy way to state your point of view and assess that of another's. If the person you're debating has a weak or altered judgement of the topic, you can enlighten them with your far superior POV and help them a great deal. Not only will they then admit to you being right (which would bring on a lot of inflated self-satisfaction) but there's also one more human being on this Earth that shares the same judgement as you on a topic that's broad or obscure. Arguing is also fun because it makes you really think hard about the topic of argument and figure out what's great/bad about it and it can widen your judgement on it. If you had to argue why a certain movie was good to someone who disliked the movie, you'd really have to think about all the reasons you liked said movie and after all these reasons are brought up, you'll realize all the things great about this movie and then possibly like it more.
Arguing is something that people enjoy to do or they hate it with a passion. I for one, like to argue. I feel like arguing with friends is a healthy way to express what you are trying to say as long as you do not get too personal about what you are talking about. Sometimes you just need to blow off a little steam and you need to argue about something for a bit to release it. For example, my friend, Mercedes, and I always argue if Henry Howard Holmes was Jack the Ripper. It is a good way for either of us to blow off steam without actually being truly aggressive towards each other. Even if you argue about an important subject, arguing might be the only option. Some people are too stubborn to actually listen to you unless you directly contradict what they are saying to their face. Some people need to be argued with so that they can truly understand a different point of view and reflect upon theirs.
I have always been more of a stubborn person. I argue about topics with my friends almost daily. I have been told many times that arguing is not the most successful way to resolve something, but I find this to be not true most of the time. I personally love fighting for my side of a topic. Arguing my points of view always makes for good conversation amongst my friends when we actually try to debate a topic as it often devolves into just joking around, which can often be frustrating. I particularly love expressing my feelings towards a topic, proving my points to my friends if an extremely satisfying feeling. Having someone agree with you after you display your points is one of my favorite feelings that I get to experience more than often. It is something that I strive towards whenever I argue and debate with someone.
I think the best part about arguing is informing yourself on other sides of topics. I think arguing shows how passionate you are about a subject. As long as you both respect each other's perspective on whatever you are arguing about, you should have an overall fun and educational time having an argument. The issues you run into when engaging in an argument are usually caused by people getting off-topic and making rude comments about the other person that they don't see eye to eye with. You also run into issues when people begin to feel defeated or unheard. Their argument either wasn't strong enough, wrong, or the other person won't listen to what their opponent is saying so they avoid the confrontation of having to actually come up with a counter-argument. As long as you avoid doing any of those things in your next argument, it will be refreshing for both arguing sides.
The best thing about arguing is being able to get your point across while still learning someone else's point of view. Arguing is educational. Some people might get easily annoyed by arguing and try to shut down someone's rebuttal. These people are usually close-minded and struggle to see the opposing argument as beneficial. I always try to come to a debate open-minded to prepare for new points of view and expand my understanding of a topic. Arguing can also help teach communication skills and help cement personal beliefs. During an argument, you learn to let the opposing side lay forth their beliefs before or after you say yours. You then take turns reinforcing these beliefs with evidence and/or personal experiences. Personal beliefs can be reinforced after learning both sides of the argument and using the new information to either uphold your belief or contradict it. A mutual understanding between debaters also helps relieve tension during the teaching and learning experience.
To say that I love arguing would be an understatement. My mom, an ex-policy debater, and my dad, a man who shrouds himself in world news, have taught me how to be someone who loves to argue. Arguing is something that I have gotten really good at, in fact, I write ten-minute thirty-second arguments to take to a different school every weekend. Arguing is an educational experience, and can reveal the knowledge of the person you're arguing with. For example, my dad and I do not agree politically whatsoever. Is it the background we both grew up in? The parents we had? The schools we went to? I will never know. Nonetheless, my dad and I LOVE to argue. My dad is a fantastic author and does a great job informing himself on both sides of a coin. I love to write, I would not consider myself as great as a writer as he is, but I would also say that I am well informed as he is. Arguing with him has taught me that learning that skill from an early age gives you an educational insight on how to take on every person who does not agree with you—especially the ones who just REALLY can not argue. Argumentation and the act of arguing can display character in the person you are arguing with. From what I have learned, an argument needs to be thoroughly backed up and supported—it shows that you care and have a smidgen of intelligence. If you do not have the information you need to back up your argument, I think it's humorous! Nothing brings me MORE joy to argue with someone who does not know what they are talking about versus when they do. In conclusion, arguing provides a person with knowledge about their counterpart's character and intelligence. Arguing is great because it truly teaches someone to never ever bring a knife to a gun fight. Arguing is the best because it reveals who you are arguing with in a light you have never seen them in before.
I think that arguing is beneficial to learning. Especially if it is in a controlled environment, such as school. This helps us to learn to listen to both sides of an argument to hear why the other side believes what they do. This also teaches us to be civil and not get verbally or physically abusive to those who do not share the same viewpoint. We can not always agree with someone else's opinion but be civil and respect it, since it is their personal opinion. This is also a great learning tool for me since I am planning on attending college with the hopes of becoming a lawyer, specifically a criminal prosecutor. So I need to gain these skills early to help me be proficient in my future career field. I also like winning arguments with definitive proof, evidence, and facts to help back up my opinion, which is exactly what I need to do as a prosecutor.
Arguing can be an extremely beneficial tool to use in the expression of your own opinion. You could gradually try to show someone what you think is right But nothing is as fast as arguing, while it will cause problems, it is the quickest of any possible way. It can change some people's opinions or views on certain things. Arguing is a very important skill to have. I have personally been able to argue well in the past. The goal of arguing isn't to win all of the time but to express one's opinion. But the main thing that needs to be known is to respect others' opinions.
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I am writing both a scholarship essay and a narrative essay. My essays are nowhere close to being finished yet so I still do not know what literary devices I will use. I do know however that I will use as many as I possibly can to make my writing more fulfilling to read. The scholarship that I am choosing to write is about drivers' safety and drivers ed. I am writing about how it is very important to be educated when you are behind the wheel. Examples of literary devices I plan on using in both essays are imagery, foreshadowing, and allusion. I will use imagery to make the reader be able to picture what scenes I am describing in greater detail. I will use foreshadowing to help build suspense and interest in the story. I will use allusion to have the reader allude to things outside of the text to understand things in the text.
Arguing is something that I often find myself enjoying. Arguing, if done correctly, is a beneficial way for two or more people to express their opinions. While sometimes arguing is chaotic and is essentially a group of people screaming at each other, if done correctly, it can be a learning experience. The best thing about arguing is that you often gain insight. We find ourselves arguing with those that have different opinions than us. If we actually listen to the other’s points, then you either further support your opinion, or you being to question your standings. Questioning your own opinion is beneficial, as it ensures that you are fully confident in your beliefs. Arguing or debating with others is a good way to ensure your opinions. As a writer, arguing is essential to my growth. When arguing, it forces us to further examine our points to ensure that they are solid. Arguing also forces us to step into some else’s shoes. To write the best argument, we must be able to understand our opponent's point of view and anticipate what they will say.
Oftentimes, we are told that arguing is never the best solution to a problem. However, I believe that, in certain situations, this is untrue. Coming from a family full of lawyers and judges, I know a thing or two about arguing. My family instilled in me an important belief when I was young: be unafraid to stand up for yourself and what you believe in. Because of this, I have learned how to argue in a positive way. Arguing gives us the opportunity to stand up for what we believe is right, and give a glimpse of why we believe what we do to others. In today’s world, we all too often see people ridiculed and mocked for their beliefs. It is an unfortunate reality that everyone seems to face. However, arguing gives us the ability to substantiate our claims and defend our beliefs. In addition, displaying an ability to argue effectively furthers the chances of others agreeing with you. If one is able to argue using proven facts and solid reasoning, they are much more likely to be believed than someone with unsubstantiated claims and nothing more than opinion for proof. There are often negative connotations to the word arguing, but it can have many positive effects.
The best part about arguing is getting to express your feelings, usually about a topic you have a strong opinion on. Arguing gives people a good outlet to release some frustration without anything physical happening. Having an outlet like arguing is good to a certain extent. If a person argues all the time, they might not have very many people in their life because not everyone is a huge fan of arguing. I believe that arguing gives people an opportunity to prove why their side is correct. Arguing can bring out the competitive side in people if someone is very passionate about their topic. Arguing can be good and it can be bad. You have to learn the right way to argue like lawyers so that no fights break loose. If you learn how to argue in negative ways it can result in negative consequences like losing people closest to you. Without knowing how to argue properly and civilly it could lead to fights or throwing things at each other. I believe overall that arguing can be a very good thing in certain situations but there is a difference between arguing a reason that you believe in and arguing because you want to fight.
Arguing is an interesting thing really. It is two sides telling one another that they are wrong and saying "I'm right." You can even go to Harvard just to learn how to win arguments in the courtroom. However, arguing in a malicious context never accomplishes anything. Nobody will ever agree with their opposing side even if they realize they are in the wrong just to spite the other person. Never arguing is not the solution though. If everyone just agrees and goes with the first spoken word then that becomes a very unenjoyable lifestyle never getting to do what you want. Arguing needs a balance. Arguing to just say you are right and never arguing just because you do not want conflict are both terrible solutions. You should argue to shine a light on a possible solution and you need to fight for what you believe in and not just roll over. Personally, I like to argue. I just find it fun to see if I can win the debate even if the side I'm defending I do not necessarily believe in, just ask my friends. Sometimes I say I should be a lawyer because ai just want to debate people even though I know I am wrong but in a friendly tone.
For whatever reason, I love to argue. I know that I am a very competitive person, and I also enjoy being correct. I believe that this is what truly drives me to argue. I will often find myself being wrong, and I will continue to argue my point. You may think, what is the point? However, I find that I will often sway one's opinion. I have found that if you talk about something as if it is correct, people will begin to believe you. It is really quite interesting and amusing to watch. I am sure that my family gets sick of it; however, I always enjoy trying to convey to my parents why they should give me $20 rather than $10. I think that the best part of arguing is that the people who are arguing can hear both sides. For example, in a dictatorship, there is only one side. There is no use in arguing. When people listen to an argument, they can hear both sides and decide for themselves who is in the right.
Well, that is a good question. I find that the best part about arguing is getting raw feelings out of the way. Arguments bring out real feelings about a topic though this can be dangerous if they get too heated. This often gets nowhere as people get too emotional and get to set in their ways. Stubborn. In spite of this, arguing can also be very helpful. When arguing, you get to see the other person's side of the story, you get to see their view-point. Even if you don't agree with you get a fuller understanding of the topic. You as a person can start to understand the other side and see where they are coming from. Arguing can also help a person really understand where they stand on a topic. It might help them get a better feeling of themselves. I think that arguing in a healthy way can also bring relief. If the opposing side already knows how you see a topic then you don't have to hide it. It also is a stress reliever. A healthy argument makes you feel accomplished and it almost lifts a weight off your shoulders. But there is a difference between an argument to learn new things and an argument just to be right. An argument just to right brings a lot of prejudice with it thus leading to not even listening to the other person's argument. Arguing is a delicate balance that when done right can be extraordinary but when done wrong can be disastrous.
Arguing is an interesting thing. If done in a formal manner it can be a very eye-opening experience. You are able to learn thousands of new things and ideas. One drawback, however, is both sides need to approach the argument with open minds—being able to see the other point of view. If a person is not able to take a step back to see a point of view that is other than their own, no one will learn a thing. The argument will turn from a civil debate to throwing insults at someone else's opinion. One thing that comes to mind here is politics. Politics are something that you physically can not talk about in public anymore because of this reason. People today just can not seem to get past the idea that you do not agree with their opinion and take offense to it. Long gone is debating over politics in public in a civil manner, but arguing is still a great tool to find and see other viewpoints that may or may not be your own. This is why I enjoy arguments and debates.
I do not actively participate in most arguments. From a short debate in class to a slight altercation on the playing field, I tend to keep to myself. The only instance in which you might find me arguing is with my sister about meaningless feats with no substance for argument. Whether it's my non-confrontational personality or my fear of being wrong, I'm still not sure. Despite my lack of participation in the subject it still holds importance. The art of argumentation can be beneficial when done correctly. When both sides listen and take into consideration the opposing side they can sympathize with the rival. Their sympathy may not change their opinion but it creates a bond between debaters. Arguing can serve as an outlet for many and allows their voice to be heard. It is necessary to provoke change. These are benefits of arguing, along with the ability to blow off some occasional steam.
I enjoy arguing because I like proving my point. Swaying one's decision is a fun thing to do for me. I enjoy arguing when the person I am arguing against is open-minded. They will actually take the time to listen to what I have to say and I listen to what they say, and it makes for a good discussion. I think arguing is also best when you are right and you know that you are right and you have to prove your point to the other person for them to understand it. It is fun for me to try and figure out how to talk to someone and use the right words to persuade them to think how I think, even if it might be wrong. Even when my point is wrong, I still try to argue it after I realize that I am wrong. Just like my boy Matt, we are good arguers. We always have each other's backs and support what the other one is saying, even if they are wrong. We team up on others to try and take them down, and it is a fun time for Matt and me.
Arguing gives people the opportunity to exclaim their opinions. No one enjoys being incorrect, so arguing allows people to express why their opinion is correct. Getting into a verbal argument is quite easy in today's society, and many people are starting to form many different opinions regarding diverse topics. There are many outlets to argue. The first outlet is in person. Contrasting opinions can come out in normal conversations, and humans argue without even knowing. A disagreement about a topic will bring both participants to proclaim their opinion and why it is the correct opinion. Oftentimes, the evidence is presented to back up the opinion. Arguments can either end in with a visible victor or sometimes the argument results in the status quo. Another outlet for arguments, and arguably the most popular right now, is social media. Many fear that arguing in public will result in the decline of the respect you are given by others. As a result, humans find it easier to hide behind a screen and spew their opinions out on the internet to other faceless accounts. Many topics on social media that are argued over are very touchy topics, which is why more and more people are resorting to online arguing because you do not have to have an identity, as well as the fact that you can plan out your attack very thoroughly because you are not face to face. People will still exclaim their opinion when it appears it is wrong. The feeling of incorrectness and wrongdoing is something that humans despise, so arguing is a way to avoid that feeling and to cement your status and the correct individual.
Arguing accomplishes a lot. First of all, an argument cannot happen without two opposing sides who have different opinions on the same issue. In an ideal argument, both sides will represent and argue their idea and try to make the other side agree with their opinion. This allows for all sides of the issue to be exposed to every member of the argument, and ideally, this will cause both sides to learn a little more about the topic. Furthermore, each side will observe the opinions of the people around them and learn about how others think during the argument. In this way, both sides' perception of the people around them is sharpened. Beyond these external benefits, people will learn about themselves. Arguing is not easy—it takes mental acuity, knowledge of a topic, and extremely developed communication skills. Arguing practices all of these attributes; since people want to win, they will be driven to reflect on an argument and improve their skills for the next. This process of learning and growing works best in an ideal argument, but it does not always work in the real world. In order to reap the benefits of an argument, people must choose to be very open-minded and considerate. An arguer cannot learn if he or she does not make that choice.
Arguing can take many shapes and forms. Most of the time when people hear the word arguing they think of a loud conversation. Not always is it an aggressive conversation that is most times pictured in one’s mind eye when they hear of the word argue. Most of the time it is seen as just projecting your point of view. This form of communication is very helpful in trying to see someone else’s perspective on a topic. Arguing is often seen in politics with how people see what is right and wrong. People can become “heated” in these conversations and can start to not think clearly about what they are discussing and sometimes say insults. But overall arguing is a good thing for us. It keeps our minds sharp and starts thinking on topics in other lights and points of views. This helps us from not being close-minded and keep an open mind about the world around us.
Honestly, I argue with people a lot more than I would like to admit. I argue with anyone no matter how well I know them because I am very strong in my opinions. Depending on how passionate I am about something determines how much effort I will put into my voice being heard. Recently, there have been times where I have chosen to not participate in family discussions because I know that if I were to, it would get heated. The best part about arguing is getting someone to agree with something they never would have agreed with before they had the discussion. You have to be really confident in order to argue well because if you are not, nobody is going to listen to what you have to say. I believe I am a confident person when it comes to the way I carry myself, and that often results in me always piping in during debates. It can be very difficult to listen to other people's sides, but I have grown to be more understanding as I have gotten older. Everyone obviously has different perspectives on topics, so it can be quite beneficial to hear other's reasons, even if you would never change your mind.
Arguing can be very beneficial if done correctly and responsibly. When one thinks of arguing they may think of two or more individuals shouting at each other. This would be an example of irresponsible arguing. In productive arguing, the individuals have to listen to what the other person has to say and try to see where they are coming from because maybe they have some good points that you never thought about. There is no need for yelling or anything of the sort. Arguing allows you to get your point across and let everyone know what your thinking and your stance on the topic. Sometimes in an argument, there is a right and wrong answer. If you argue effectively your stance or opinion could be right, which feels very rewarding. Sometimes, though, an argument can go wrong and people just start bringing up irrelevant topics that have nothing to do with the original argument or they start namecalling and stop listening to the other person, which makes no progress.
Arguing, when done in a civilized manner, allows people to express their ideas and opinions as well as get an incite on other peoples' ideas and opinions. Being able to understand the views of others is an essential part of gaining knowledge. On the other hand, learning how to express our beliefs in an attempt to make a point is beneficial when we are trying to stand up for something. In certain situations, we are told that arguing is wrong and we should keep our mouths shut to avoid conflict. However, by going along with whatever somebody else says or believes, we lose our sense of independence and that feeling of standing up for what we believe is right. One thing that has been instilled in me is the fact that if you want people to listen to your opinions and respect them, you must also listen and respect their opinions as well. Being open-minded allows ideas to flow freely and gives both sides the assurance that their ideas are being understood and considered.
In my opinion, the ability to argue in an orderly fashion is one of the best skills someone can have. It is very easy to just shout at someone and not try and pull them to your side of the argument. The best arguers are the people that put their emotions aside and present facts and push the argument in a productive direction. I think that arguing can be a very productive thing for people to put forth their opinions and try and defend them. I like arguing very much but only when it is productive and not just a shouting match. I think that I am a very good arguer and play to my strengths as best as I can. Very rarely does it become a shouting match for me. It is only when my brothers and I or my closest friends and I get into an argument.
Often, arguing is seen as a negative thing and people try to avoid it. When referring to a relationship, people may see arguing as a sign that their relationship is in trouble. Research shows that a healthy relationship means there should be some arguing. Arguing can be important for the mind to keep going. When it comes to me, I personally do not like arguing if the conflict is between me and my family or friends. Now, if I get to argue in a debate type situation, I am all in. I think that people should argue (only if they are arguing correctly, no extreme yelling. Think of it as a debate) if they want to express their opinions on a certain topic. A good thing about arguing is that you are arguing with someone that does not agree with you. With that, you can hear their opinion and if you keep an open mind, you may learn new factors of that topic. I think that in order to be able to argue something, you need to know and understand both sides of the story.
Arguing has a lot of benefits than most people would think it would. Arguing helps you get your point across to people who might oppose something that you could strongly agree with. By arguing, you get to see each other's views on things, and it will also help you understand why they think they are right in a situation—and will tell you why they think that you are wrong. Arguing can also lead to anger which is a common emotion that alerts us and lets us know that something is wrong. In this case, when we argue it is healthy this is because we do not always agree with the person that we are talking to and need to let them know why. It is always ok to let the other person know why you disagree with them because if you do not then they are going to think that you agree with them and that they are right. You always want to speak your mind get your point across so the other person knows how you feel and can open up to the ideas and reasons as to what makes you right.
I stand behind the belief of motivational speaker, Tony Gaskins, when he stated that “arguing isn’t communication, it’s noise” when discussing the significance of clear communication. While some people seem to seek the thrill of an argument, I find myself flustered and overwhelmed when a calm discussion morphs into a heated argument. In a world filled with tension, politically and socially, remaining a mediator can be a challenge. However, my parents raised me to sit back, observe, and listen to both sides before stating my personal opinion. Based on my experience, argumentation is emotionally driven where the goal becomes being correct and showing the other side they are incorrect in a harmful, lasting way; on the contrary, discussion remains civil and evidence-based. Arguing may seem appealing when discussing areas driven by personal experience such as one’s favorite food, but areas of science, politics, or social justice—where fact is easily intermingled with emotion and influence—are most successful when discussed in a civil manner. People may claim that a lack of desire to argue stands as a sign of cowardice; I, on the other hand, simply see it as a way of remaining steady in your belief without becoming emotional. The discussion also allows both sides to become educated on the opposing views stance while arguing leaves both sides feeling irritated and exhausted. So, as much as I may want to bicker with my brother over the last cookie, I will continue to act as a mediator on more serious topics.
The best part about arguing is that you get the opportunity to express your opinions and feelings on the given topic. Along with expressing your own perspective, arguing allows for you to become more aware of what other people's perspectives of the same given topic are. If arguing is done correctly and you actually listen to everything the other person has to say you are sure to gain something new out of the experience. This does not necessarily mean that you have to agree with what they are saying, but it will at least help you understand why they think the way they do. The most important thing to remember when arguing is that you are trying to validate why you believe what you do with facts and reason. If you have nothing to back up your case besides solid opinion then others are going to be less likely to take your stance seriously.
When people think of arguing they think someone is trying to start something or is wrong. The best part of arguing is you get to hear both sides. Not only do you understand why you think the way you do but also if you listen you will hear why they think the way they do. It might not change your mind or stance on a topic but it is always good to hear both sides. Hearing both sides makes you more open to others' thoughts and concerns. If no one ever argued or questioned each other we would all "think the same". Which in reality would make the world very boring. If no one argued we wouldn't know all of the knowledge we do today. For example, say someone says all apples are red no other color and everyone agreed with them. If no one said "Well what about green apples" then everyone would think there are just red apples because there's no argument or debate.
There are lots of benefits to constructing argument essays. Even though it is easier to submit to peer pressure and agree on specific topics, arguing helps people see the opposing side which can be very beneficial. A strong argument includes many facts from both sides. Views can be brought up that were never thought of. Arguing a side that you don't agree on also can be very helpful. Doing this can help you notice why other people think they are right in a situation. One of the sides might not have all the correct, fact-checked information, so this will help them. Arguing with a partner also has lots of benefits. Even though both people agree on the same side, there may be smaller points missed. Ideas can be bounced between people; in the end, a stronger argumentation may be created. If arguing is done correctly, it can be very beneficial for both sides.
Arguing is always seen as a bad thing. If you argue with teachers, you are a bad student. If you argue with your parents, you are a disrespectful child. If your parents argue with each other, they have an unhealthy relationship. These all seem to be true, but sometimes arguing is necessary and proper. In life, there is rarely a definitive answer. Because of this, many outcomes have to be weighed against each other, their pros and cons tallied and evaluated. Arguing properly—not screaming wildly at one another—is a great way to communicate the benefits and downsides of every outcome and decide which is best. Unlike your parents or siblings, a lack of arguments in the government can indicate an unhealthy system. People are meant to have different opinions and viewpoints, so having everyone agree all the time is suspicious and indicative of collusion. Political parties argue over many issues, big and small. Whichever party can argue more effectively will win and influence the spectator's or their opponent's viewpoints, but that doesn't necessarily mean that everyone will accept the winning opinion. Arguments can determine outcomes in just about every situation where compromises will not suffice.
I'm not happy to admit it, but I'm a stubborn person. I don't like to be wrong, and when I am, I don't always take it in the best way. Don't worry, I've been working on it; however, this aspect of my personality sometimes makes arguing fun for me. I don't particularly love arguing all of the time, but it can be really entertaining when I have good points. I've learned that one of the best parts of arguing is trying to get ahead of the person that you are arguing with. It is essential that you think ahead and predict what their arguments will be. Once you do that, you oftentimes will make wonderful points. The goal of arguing should never be to make the other person feel bad about what they said, but getting ahead of them might stop them in their tracks. Make them think. Persuade them. Even if predicting fails and you lose the argument, you still gain by learning all about someone else's perspective. Arguing forces you to be in a situation where you need to examine what another person thinks and why they think it. Essentially, arguing is just an opportunity to expand your views on things.
Arguing can lead to positive results, but only when done correctly. Often times arguing leads to hurt feelings and/or physical harm. People tend to be too passionate and incessant about their claim, and, therefore, refuse to pay attention to the other side's points. However, if arguing is done correctly by actively listening to others, it can be very beneficial. When you argue, you should attempt to step into the other person's shoes and experience their point of view. When this is done, you may be able to give a counter-argument, which could result in convincing the other side that they are incorrect. On the other hand, you could be persuaded by their undeniable point(s). Either way, a result is achieved. In addition, a middle-ground may be reached instead. Possibly, both sides could see both disadvantages and advantages to their claims and be able to work together to produce a solution. A whole new point of view could be manufactured! This leads to resolutions that have the potential to change the world for the better.
I try to argue with people as little as possible. To me, the difference between arguing and debating/discussing is there is some form of anger involved in arguing. The purpose of a discussion or debate is to understand the other person's point of view, while the point of arguing is to try to convince them that your point of view is better. The best part of arguing is the passion behind the discussion. In a discussion or debate, there may not be any reason for you to care about it, but arguing usually involves something you care about a lot, and you may know a lot about the subject. I prefer discussing something rather than arguing, but the way I interpret the word "argue" might affect that. Whenever I argue, it seems that nothing is accomplished, but it can still help you convey your point of view to another person.
I think that the best thing about arguing something, is that you get to prove your side of the point. Even if you know that you are wrong, you can still try and convince the other person you are right. If done correctly you can persuade people to think that you know what you are talking about. It allows you to debate different sides on situations and look at the other perspective. Most people think that arguing is always negative. In some ways it can become negative when both sides are angry with one another and not listening to both stand points. It can sometimes get to this point but it is also a way to both express different sides of the situation and different views on the topic. Arguments can definitely bring out the competitive side in people that always need to be right. They will argue forever about something that they know is wrong. Arguments can start between people on the daily.
Arguing is like boxing but with your words. The goal is to win the argument in order to gain something that you are in favor of. There are even careers based on winning an argument such as lawyers. They get paid lots of money to argue whether their client is innocent or guilty of a crime. Arguing is all about expressing how you feel on a topic, and trying to convince others that your side is right and the other side is wrong. Typically arguing happens over a topic in which you feel very strongly about and that you have lots of feelings about. You believe that you are right and you have no desire to give up that position. Most humans are built-in with these kinds of beliefs that they are right about things they believe in and that others are wrong. This is what leads to arguing and sometimes this kind of argument is what damages relationships, which you want to avoid. So I think that the best thing about arguing is arguing but understandingly and open-mindedly as to not damage relationships because of a ridiculous argument.
I think what is best about arguing is the chance of getting to express your beliefs and opinions while hearing others. A lot of times arguing is just people shouting and interrupting each other but if done in the right way can really be beneficial in getting your point across. Arguing in a positive way with positive intentions can be a good way to give and receive insight. Being able to back an opinion you have with facts and then transferring that over to an argument is the best feeling. A lot of lawyers know how to argue correctly and civilly while still getting their point across. Another way I love arguing is trying to get money out of my parents. Their nothing better than convincing your parents to give you more money by giving them facts of why you need more. Nowadays people argue by straight opinions without having anything to back it up by, but if that changed to people having facts about their opinions, I bet a lot of people would gain great insight into their opponent's point of view.
Learning, letting out feelings, advocating your beliefs—several benefits to arguing exist. One main benefit of arguing is the chance to learn by hearing the opposing side’s argument; however, some struggle to accomplish the key to learning: listening. In order to comprehend and process the opposing side’s argument, one must have the self-control to stop what they are saying and actually give the opposing side the chance to speak. I think many arguments end up accomplishing nothing due to the lack of listening. When one learns to listen, they gain insight that may either change their view or aid in helping defend their preexisting view. Second of all, argumentation gives one the chance to let out bottled up feelings. Bottling up feelings—a dangerous habit—can lead to an explosion of anger, one that may end up hurting others. Arguing in a respectul, proper way gives one the chance to let their inner thoughts be heard. Finally, argumentation gifts one the opportunity to advocate for their beliefs. Without advocating for what you believe in, how would corrupt happenings be abolished? They simply could not. Argumentation allows one to voice the problems they see happening in an effort for positive change. Without the art of arguing, healing the world would be a more arduous struggle.
I can not say that I enjoy arguing and I do not find much joy at all in seeing others argue. However, arguing brings out a different side of people; a side that allows those around them to see how passionate they are about something or someone. Although arguing is not how I typically like to see people's emotions displayed, it is an effective and quick way for them to make everyone in the room aware of what they feel. In addition, arguing can be important in the growth of character. A child who begins to argue is proving to those around them that they care about something. This is important because where would the world be without people who cared? Despite the fact that arguing is seen as negative and can be tiring after a while, it certainly does give humankind hope that people still care about things, people, and ideas. So, while arguing is not something I enjoy, I do believe that arguing is a way of stating one's passions, emotions, and beliefs in an effective and passionate way.
I tend to think arguing is a negative thing mostly because a lot of arguments end up with either side fighting with one another because one or both of them get too emotional, rather than two or more people having a civil conversation. I personally do not like arguing because when an argument starts to get intense, I will most likely end up in tears for the sole purpose of me not liking when people get aggressive. When I do argue, it is most likely with my sister because one of us didn’t get our way. Oftentimes, the argument between us will eventually involve our parents. Even though I think arguing is often a negative thing, I do think it can be done the right way. I think the right way to argue is by letting someone get their point across and both sides of the argument are able to respect the opinions of the other side even if they don’t necessarily agree with them.
The best part about arguing is that it helps you fight for something you believe in. When arguing, the goal is to make the other person see it from your point of view and explain why you think something. It allows for a healthy exchange of thoughts and ideas if done respectfully. Arguing can be aggressive but I think many people are capable of doing it right. I think arguing can be funny when people say things that don't really make sense. If you watched the debates between Trump and Biden, you can see two old men arguing over everything. They don't argue to spread knowledge, they argue just to disagree with each other. People that argue like to be right. In my life, I have seen many friends that are stubborn, argue with each other. They cannot accept the fact they are wrong so they keep defending their side. This is the point at which arguing does more bad than it does good.
I tend to pick arguments that are worth my time. I am not one to just argue to argue because I truly do not care enough. If I do choose to argue, I will argue about things I am truly passionate about. I think I have more energy in those arguments because I actually care. But, I do occasionally partake in little silly arguments with my friends and siblings. I would like to say I don't care when I am proven wrong, but I would be lying. I think arguing is a great way to express your view or opinion on a topic. Sometimes this can lead to some pretty heated altercations but, again, people are passionate about things. This can sometimes come off as overbearing and obnoxious but it is what it is. I think people have lost the actual meaning of arguing. Arguing is not suppose to be a big diss when you prove someone wrong or completely ignoring the other person's opinion. Arguing is for hearing both sides and maybe seeing things a tad differently.
In an argument, each side gives reasoning for their point of view on a topic. Those that are closed-minded or very opinionated may tend to get into arguments more often than those who are open-minded. Close-minded people have a harder time understanding or accepting the opposing side's view. Arguing shows that not everyone has the same perspective on things. When someone argues, they want to be right. Arguing is a necessary thing. We learn through arguing to have honesty and to have evidence to back up your claim in order for your point to have credibility. The best part of arguing is being able to hear the opposing side's viewpoint and then backing up your own viewpoint with more evidence creating better credibility. Actually persuading someone enough during an argument that they switch to your viewpoint is something most hope to achieve when in an argument. We argue to gain knowledge and clarification on a topic.
When someone gets into an argument it can be for two different reasons. One reason can be because someone is very passionate about a topic and they want to prove that their idea is better. The second reason can be because you just like to make the person you are arguing against mad. People who get into a lot of arguments tend to be more close-minded, where they don't take new ideas very willingly. Arguments can be very good because you hear perspectives from both sides that are very passionate about what they are arguing about. It also shows the passion for what they are arguing about and how they truly believe that their idea is best. When arguing both people can express their opinion and hear the other side of their opinion, whether they choose to listen to that or not. Arguing can be a good thing or a bad thing but either way it is a part of all of our lives and everyone gets into an argument at some point throughout their lives.
What I enjoy the most about arguing is getting into a heated, well mannered argument where both sides are civil about it. If both parties of the argument are civil and patiently wait their turn to explain their side, arguments are a whole lot of fun. What is probably an even greater experience than merely winning an argument is pausing an argument with the person because another person is trying to butt into the argument. What I enjoy about this experience is when you and your opponent pause your argument and kick the person who was trying to butt into the argument out of it because they were being rude. The last thing that I really enjoy is learning more about either side of an argument. Lots of times when you argue you only really see your side clearly so you can not exactly understand the other side. When you get put up against a well-informed opponent, it is enjoyable learning more about the other side, even if it is just to gather more information to bury your opponent.
In my opinion, the best part about arguing is hearing what the opposing side has to say. Arguments are crucial to growth and expanding ideas. The reason arguments cause growth is because you are exposed to new thoughts and perspectives. I can almost guarantee that every great idea or adventure was argued at some point. These arguments are what fine-tune an idea and make sure that it is as good as it can possibly be. Arguments do not have to be a hostile thing, I believe they are much more effective when they are used to expand knowledge.
Arguing is something that is usually frowned upon but yet it has some really good benefits. The best thing about arguing is learning from your arguments. Typically when you argue it is about opposing points over a certain topic that you probably care about to a certain extent if you are willing to use your energy to argue with someone over it. By "wasting" your energy and arguing you are in fact learning more on this certain topic. If your opinion happens to be wrong you will learn more about what you were wrong about and educate yourself. Another good thing about arguing is enjoyment. Some people simply enjoy arguing. Take a lawyer, for example, they probably enjoy arguing to a certain extent due to the fact that they made this profession. Arguing can bring both learning and enjoyment which are both good things.
Arguments usually arise from people having two different opinions that are starkly different from one another. The best part of arguing is getting to hear those other opinions. If the other person cares deeply enough about the topic to argue on end with you it must mean a lot to them so you should listen to them and their logic even if you believe that they are wrong. Hearing other sides of people's opinions can help you expand your mind by diversifying your thoughts then just hearing from people that agree with you. In today's day and age, arguments are no longer this though. Thanks to the anonymity provided by the internet people are free to change from actually arguing using facts or professing what they believe to simply resorting to name-calling and bickering as soon as they find out someone disagrees with what they think. But arguing in its purest form is an important thing in our society.
My personal favorite part about arguing is the fact that opposing sides are exposed to different viewpoints than their own. In lots of cases, when people have a particular position on a topic, the sources that they refer to may or may not be (but usually are) biased towards one side or another. For example, try comparing what Fox News and CNN would say about the same political issue...even though they are both news sources, each is completely biased towards one political side. When there is a civil, organized debate, it allows for each side to hear the benefits of their opponent’s viewpoint, not just the cons of that viewpoint that they usually think about. Arguing allows those who maybe have only heard one side of the debate to decide which opinion they really agree with because they can hear the good and the bad of both sides, not just one from one person talking or from one media source. Some may argue (pun intended) that arguing is never beneficial, but this is simply false. When people think of “arguing”, they often associate it with situations like couples yelling at each other or coworkers fighting about who ate the last donut in the break room, not organized debates. Arguing does not have to consist of screaming and yelling and it does not have to end in a fistfight. Believe it or not, disagreeing individuals can have a civil conversation about why they believe what they do, allowing others to expand their knowledge of a subject, even if the end result does not change anyone’s beliefs. Arguing is definitely beneficial—as long as it is done in a civil manner and respect for the opponent is evident on each side.
Arguing can be very beneficial to both sides. This idea relies on the argument taking place in an orderly and controlled manner. Debates are a great example of controlled arguments. One of the best qualities of a controlled argument is the ability to get multiple viewpoints on the same issue. When both sides are allowed to share their views you can get a better understanding of what your opponent believes and why they believe it. Another great quality of argumentation is that it allows us to solve our issues without the issue escalating to unnecessary measures. The idea of talking issues out in the form of a controlled argument has helped us countless times in the past and I believe that it will continue to help us far into the future. Lastly controlled arguing allows us to find common ground with those around us. This gives us something that we can agree on and bond appon.
The best thing about arguing is that it is taking people's points of view and fighting to find which is better. It allows for people to fight for what they believe in and try to make other people believe what they are fighting for is right. Another great thing about arguing is that it takes much more than just shouting at the other person that their point is wrong. You have to know what you are fighting and you have to get evidence on what you are fighting for and evidence against what the other person is fighting for. After you get all your evidence you also need confidence. If you do not have confidence in what you are saying people will not believe in what you are talking about. Someone may not have any evidence but if they sound confident in what they are talking about vs someone who does not sound confident, then people will most likely take the side of the person who is confident. If done correctly arguing can help people find the solution to a problem that the people have. If done incorrectly, arguing can lead to chaos and disorder within a system. When people start yelling at each other it causes people to get angry because their point is not being considered whatsoever which causes them to start yelling to get their point across which leads to chaos. So if done right arguing is definitely beneficial as long as it is done correctly and everyone respects each other's opinions.
I would say that I truly enjoy arguing. I enjoy the passion and thrill of two people standing up for what they believe in. I like sharing my beliefs and opinions and hearing what other people think about the same topic. I like hearing other people’s stories that explain why they think and believe what they do. It broadens my mind and gives depth to my knowledge and understanding of the world and the people in it. Maybe I’ll be able to change their mind or they’ll be able to change mine. There’s a peace in the adrenaline and flurry of words. Arguing is useful in having a healthy discussion. It also allows you to look at things from someone else’s point of view and see something that you hadn’t seen before. However, arguing needs to be done kindly and calmly. I have been taught that it’s imperative that you be respectful when you argue; it doesn’t mean yelling at each other and attacking each other personally.
I like to argue because it can be very thrilling. Arguing is a passion of mine that I did not know. I love to argue with my dad because he gets a little angry and that is what makes me laugh. I love to argue about things I am passionate about as well because I can have words to back up what I am saying. Arguing in the right way should be friendly and not about making the other feel bad. In good ways, this can be a time to understand the other side of the argument and be open minded.
I enjoy arguing a lot. I try and do it as much as possible but I have found that arguing can be an eye-opening experience for everyone. When arguing, you are going up against one or more other people. These people will have a different opinion on the subject at hand. When arguing you are forced to listen to everyone else's argument and hear their perspective. Some people might not actually listen to the perspective if they are too worried about their own argument. Those who listen, however, are likely to understand what the other people are saying about their respective and might just change their argument because of it. The moment of realization that someone was wrong in an argument can also be kind of funny at times. There is so much passion in some people when they are arguing and that can be a driving force for not listening to someone else's argument.
The best part about arguing is being able to express your opinion to someone or some group of people that clearly do not the topic or issue through your perspective. It is also important to see the opposing side of the argument. Sometimes people are so quick to pick a side of an argument, that when they hear the other side of the argument, it could swing their opinion. Arguing does get a bad name for itself, and this is because of politics. In politics, many politicians do not see the other person's perspective. This is unlike a fair argument because they should be able to listen to the other side. It is good to argue about topics that overall do not affect people personally, because then at the end of the arguement, you can be friends with the person who you disagreed with. However, if you decide to debate about something that someone cares about personally, it could potentially get out of hand and off topic.
Arguing is a healthy way to get a point across as long as it is civil. I like being able to argue as long as it does not get to the point of a screaming match because then you are just seeing your point in the situation. It is important to see where the counterargument is coming from. It is nice to argue because you can broaden your horizons of what other people think. It is also nice when people are connected to what they are arguing about, it makes them more passionate. If you don't listen to the other side of the argument, however, I believe that the whole situation is pointless in the end because nothing was accomplished. The two people do not have to agree at the end but if you do not take away anything, then you are no better than you were at the beginning. I think it is an excellent tool to say everything you are thinking and have other people comment on why that is true or false.
Honestly, I do not argue with anyone I do not know very well. I do not like arguing with people I do not know very well because I am scared and I don’t want to hurt their feelings. I feel bad when someone gets upset because I said something they didn’t like. On the other hand, I argue with people I am close to. I probably argue with people I am closer to more than I should. Sometimes it turns out good and other times it turns out bad. Arguing can be a good thing if you do it the correct way. It allows people to express what they are thinking and hear about others’ opinions as well. Arguing the correct way is a good skill to have in my opinion because you can express what you are thinking to others and you can learn a lot from listening to them.
Throughout our childhood, we have been told that arguing is not the best way to come to a conclusion. Parental figures and our elders all try to push us to not argue with each other because it can be negative and can create disagreements and incidents between kids. However, I disagree. If there is a healthy argument going on where both sides are listening to each other and being respectful to each other this leads to a growth in knowledge and respect for both sides. However, if an argument is not healthy and both sides are yelling at each other and not trying to understand this achieves nothing and is complete folly. Therefore, I believe that arguing can and is a good way to grow as a person and understand people and the viewpoints in greater detail. The more we as a society can do to push each other to have healthy disagreements with each other than we can all grow into better individuals.
The best thing about arguing is being able to “fight” with siblings over something without getting in trouble because you are just stating what your opinion is. Even though we are always told not to fight this however is not really fighting as much as trying to convey your opinion on the matter where there is no right or wrong answer. It allows for change to happen because something might come to light in a new way or they might see a flaw in their point of view which can lead to having a positive impact on a relationship or something else. But that all depends on if a person is willing to listen to another side; which can help teach the value of listening to others for when you have to deal with someone who has an opposing viewpoint on something that you feel really strongly about. It can also teach the value of words by making a person have to think about what they are going to say to try to convince someone to change sides so they can’t just say anything that comes to mind.
Arguing is good because it gives both sides opportunity to prove themselves right or wrong. They can use evidence and analyze if their stance on whatever they are arguing makes sense. Often times one side will find flaws or strengths within their argument through argumentation. Every single argument has some flaws behind it. It is your goal to make sure your strengths of your chosen argument far outweigh the flaws of said argument. Arguing provides a great way to help strengthen or weaken your opinions and help you choose the one that best suits your taste and the one you think is right. Argumentation provides a great way to calmly argue and prove ones point
The best thing about arguing is finding flaws in your own argument. There are always flaws in every argument. No one is perfect and we all have bad arguments at times. The thing is, you will never ever realize mistakes and problems with what you are saying if you are never challenged. You gain nothing from being right all the time. When you realize your mistakes, it allows you to change them or to find a better argument for it. At the end of the day, you probably will not change the mind of a political opponent. But, you get one step closer to changing their mind if you fix the mistakes you made previously. Always learn from your mistakes. It is better to admit that you were wrong before rather than staying wrong for the sake of your ego. Your ego will suffer more if you are willingly ignorant about the topics you argue for and against.
Whilst arguing usually carries a negative connotation, I believe that it has many positive implications, the best of which is the fact that it allows you to express what you believe in a relatively safe manner. You don’t have to hold back what you are thinking; instead, you can publicly debate about what you think is best. You can debate over important issues like the fate of the world, or you could argue about trivial issues like what the best food is. Arguing allows us to get our opinions across or helps us to see issues in our opinions. A true and civil argument helps transcend bias—which almost everybody has some form of; and without bias, opinions become much more genuine. Arguments can really help to broaden your perspective and increase your knowledge of specific topics. And therefore, I believe that it—for the most part—is a positive trait of humanity, as long as the participants keep it respectful.
One of the most positive aspects of arguing is that no matter what you always learn something. Even if you prove your point and your "opponent" accepts you have won the argument, you still now understand his side of the argument and what he thought. If you lose the argument then you now have an understanding of what was correct. I feel like arguing also builds character and personality. You can usually tell how well informed a person is or what their character is like after arguing with them even once. Arguing also provides a sense of confidence. If you are bold enough to speak out against someone else you are asserting that you know something that maybe they do not or maybe just do not agree with and disagreeing against them. This can be very beneficial for certain aspects of life. Many people often let out what has been building up inside them and solve issues by arguing. Arguing is a normal/healthy part of life.
I argue a lot—ask my parents! I feel like arguing can be positive or negative. Some negative things are when you are not respecting others, and may even get in a fight with the other person. It is good to state your opinions, but you must know how to correctly state in a way that does not disrespect others. There are also many other benefits of arguing with others. It is good to speak in front of others because it helps with public speaking. When you are arguing, you may have anger and it is healthy to release your anger. If you keep anger inside eventually that anger is going to make you explode with anger. Arguing does not have to consist of screaming and yelling and it does not have to end in a fist fight. Debates, are more civilized and are organized. In which there is a moderator that helps control the peace and make sure that everyone is respecting each other and not interupting.
Despite my shy and nonconfrontational personality, I love to argue. I usually only argue with people I know well and about topics I care about. However, I will argue with my brothers about pretty much anything. My favorite part about arguing is when I can change someone's stance on a subject and get them to agree with what I believe. A good way to change someone's mind is to be confident in what you are saying so that they will listen to you. It is difficult to listen to both sides of an argument, but it is beneficial in solving it to see the problem from a different point of view. In our society currently, there are a lot of issues up for debate, and there is a lot of arguing going on about how to handle these problems. Although arguing is a divisive form of communication and problem-solving, it is very common to argue with others.
I'm not one to argue, as I do not like when it gets personal, which arguing often does. However, I can appreciate that arguing brings different opinions to the table. When arguing, the two parties disagree with each other and will try to bring strong points that support their argument. These points can open the other party's eyes and make them see their side, or at the very least acknowledge that it exists. Another reason it is good is that it can create unity. Screaming and overly aggressive behavior obviously drives people apart more than it brings them together, but I am talking about more civil debates. People could realize that they agree on certain aspects of a thing, and make a connection that way. For example, people may agree that mental health is an important problem in our society that needs to be acknowledged more but disagree on how to fix it. The people may feel more united that they agree on the problem, and may also see more solutions that they would not have though of beofre.
Personally, I do not like arguing that much. I especially do not like it when it just turns into a screaming match. But, when arguing in a civilized manner, like a friendly debate, then I can get behind it. But if I had to choose something that I like the most about arguing is that I get to see someone else's side. Usually, I do not get into arguments with people who believe what I believe, so in an argument, I get to the person I am arguing with can explain their viewpoint, which is sometimes something I did not know about until then. I also like it when people keep an open mind when arguing. I like this because, in an argument, a valid point that goes against what you are saying may be said that may change their own stance on the subject. When people accept that they were wrong or their view slightly changed instead of refusing to budge, even a little, is annoying.
Madeleine Pearce
The best part about arguing is that you can get a chance to say what you want to say. Some people are timid and may not speak up unless you confront them or a mandatory debate or argument. You may give your opinion, proven facts, or joined thoughts; either way, your main goal is to have the other side consider the possibility of agreeing with you. During an argument, I think it is best for both sides to give their thoughts evenly so that they feel confident and comfortable with how they portray their ideas. Sometimes, the opposing side may provide a fact or thought that might reconsider your idea or reevaluate your opinion. Adding on to that, listening to others may give you an understanding that sometimes you may not always be right, but it is good to make sure that you understand where everyone else is and not just yourself.
The best thing about arguing is that you are able to explain your point of view on a topic and maybe even convince others to change their view. Arguing has the potential to have a lot of power. You can get into an argument with another person who does not agree with you on a particular topic and through some elaborate phrasing and rebuttal that person can come to agree with you, or they could even realize your point of view and respect your opinion. Sometimes arguments can get a little out of hand, however. Arguments can get heated when people refuse to accept the other's point of view. Shouting, screaming, and harsh language might ensue. These arguments might result in a physical altercation, new grudges, and discomfort for any witness. If you make sure you avoided these toxic arguments, your arguments could be calm, useful, and maybe even fun.
Arguing scares me. When I argue with someone, even if it's just a little debate, I can feel my heart pounding out of my chest. I'm not sure why this is; honestly, I've never been able to figure it out. Even if I know that what I'm saying is factual and makes sense, I am afraid of looking like a fool or upsetting my opposer. Despite all this, there's something about debating that is satisfying to me. If I had the confidence to participate in debates and create a sound argument, I would do it a lot more often. Political debates are something I enjoy—especially when I know the other person is in the wrong. That's probably a bit mean, but I like to be right. Though, I'm sure most people do. It's not too often that I am right, so I enjoy it a bit more than most. In summary, debating scares me but at the same time, it's fun. If only I could get over my fear of it, I might actually be able to fully enjoy it.
The best thing about arguing is the sharing of ideas. Even if one side of the argument is wrong, they may still be able to shift the opposing viewpoint by backing up what they are saying with evidence. Being confident in the way you speak is a huge part of an argument. How are you gonna get someone to believe what you are saying if you aren’t entirely sure yourself? Arguing can show you sides of an argument that you hadn’t known existed. Sometimes different viewpoints strengthen your argument, and sometimes they weaken your argument. In some arguments, both sides are correct in different ways. In arguing, you can prove the opposing viewpoints are correct at the same time in which your viewpoints are correct as well. Done right, arguments can be effective, enlightening, and even give you some fun. Although, arguments that turn spiteful, usually are not very effective and it leaves both parties upset.
Arguing has a negative connotation for me. People arguing sounds like yelling, frustration, and regret. Arguing should not be about trying to prove you’re right. Arguments should feel more like purposeful compromise and understanding. If you are arguing to prove your correctness, you are not listening to the other person’s perspective on the topic. You can have your beliefs and not force them until one party submits. For example, my argumentative essay is about the censorship of art. I believe that high school students have a right to learn about authentic, harsh books that actually aid them in their understanding of ethics. If someone wanted to share an opposing view, I would be happy to hear it. If they could prove that it is more ethical to withhold certain art from high school students, I would consider my stance on the topic. This works both ways. Both parties have to be willing to listen to and contemplate other ideas. You have to know when to be strong in your beliefs and when it’s time to reconsider.
Arguing is mostly seen as a negative process. Yelling, screaming, shouting, it can become very heated and could even lead to physical fighting, but arguing, if done respectfully, can accomplish many things. It can help you gain insight into the other side’s perspective, and can also be used to convince someone of your correctness on a topic. In a world full of differing opinions it is important to argue so you are not susceptible to hearing the same things every day. What is the best part about arguing? I think it is the fact that you are able to express your thoughts and feelings about a certain topic. If a lot of people share the same thoughts and opinions as you, together you can use arguing to create change in the world around you. At the end of an argument, if done respectfully, both sides are informed about the topic a little more than they were before.
Arguing—when done in a civil manner—is a healthy way to get a point across or express an opinion. Personally, I am not one who actively seeks out or participates in arguments; being in the hot seat has never been appealing to me. However, if I engage in an argument, it often is something really important to me. I was raised by parents that taught me to wait, observe, and carefully listen to each side before stating a personal opinion or adding input. What I have learned from them is now what I acknowledge as the most important part about arguing, that being listening to the perspectives of others. I find that I am able to broaden my own views and knowledge of specific topics through the views of others. It is incredibly interesting when opposing sides are able to recognize both disadvantages and advantages to their own claims after listening to the convincing or sometimes undeniable points of the other. Oftentimes someone will say something that you would have never thought of; this is what I believe to be the best thing about arguing.
I think the thing that is best about arguing is getting to make points. When someone initially approaches a topic, they usually have a predetermined view or perspective of said topic. However, arguing provides other viewpoints that may challenge what the person believes. This can lead to several benefits. One of those benefits is getting to see why someone believes what they do. Some people know what they believe, but if you asked them to explain why they believed that, they would not be able to give an answer. Arguing can lead to viewpoints that either strengthen or change your current viewpoints because you will either agree or disagree with points that are made from the opposing side. Along with that, hearing the opposing viewpoints can make you able to have a stronger debate. If you know what the other side is going to say, then you can plan and shape your argument around what they are going to say.
Arguing has many different purposes. The best part about arguing is seeing other sides of the same argument. You may personally believe strongly about something without having looked at the other side of the argument or why other people don’t believe the same as you do. If you’re not looking at the different perspectives of the argument it can leave your side full of holes and easily disputed. Arguing can also teach you different ways to rebuttal either what you’re arguing now or other things in the future. It can make you a quick thinker. Arguing can show you many different ways of thinking as well. You could be set in stone in your way of thinking and hearing someone else explain their side or even your own side of an argument could broaden your approach to the current situation. Arguing may even help you change your own mind. Hearing someone else's point of view explained might make you realise that’s where you actually stand.
Arguing can be a good thing because you can get multiple viewpoints on one topic. This is good because you need to know what other people are thinking and not just yourself. If you did not know about how other people felt about specific topics, you could potentially hurt them in some way. Another reason why arguing can be a good thing in life is that we can easily solve some issues without going to extreme measures. The idea of talking issues out in the form of a controlled argument has helped us countless times in the past and I believe that it will continue to help us far into the future. Lastly controlled arguing allows us to find common ground with those around us. This gives us something that we can agree on.
Although commonly seen as a negative and ignorant act, arguing can actually be beneficial if both sides behave in a respectful manner. Arguing is beneficial because it allows two opposing sides to express their own opinions while obtaining new information about their opponent’s viewpoint. Nonetheless, arguing has its disadvantages if not done in the appropriate manner. When speaking with members of authority, it would serve best not to spark an argument out of respect for this person. However, arguing with friends and family members aids in communication skills and allow compromises to be made. Unfortunately, not all disagreements end in compromises. In this day and age, the most common occurrence of this is when talking politics. Everyone seems to have a very strong opinion that they want to enforce on others. Therefore, since many people have completely opposing views, agreements are not always made. Lucky, with a civil conversation, this debate can still occur.
Argumentation is a very unique form of writing. It is a very fun way to write against an opposing person without slandering them. Being able to find good, credible information and be able to write about it in a way that is so believable that anyone will agree with you is very impressive. Also, the fact that you get to write against someone else is fun because you are trying to prove why your side is written and the other side is wrong; trying to get the reader to support your side. And if you are anything like me, I enjoy a little competition and am going to do everything I can to get the reader to join my side. But the cool thing about argumentation is that you are informing the reader about both sides of a topic. This way they are well informed on both the negatives and positives of that said topic.
Arguing, while typically thought of as having a negative connotation, can be an incredibly insightful occurrence. Arguing with others lets you both express your thoughts, feelings, and ideas, and hear others’ as well. It can broaden your thinking and cause you to inspect different ideas more closely. It can give you newfound empathy for something you once thought you despised. It is essentially, in and of itself, a basic (sometimes rather aggressive) exchange of information. The goal of arguing should not always be to win. Sometimes “losing” an argument is the best thing one can do. And yes, while the winner does get the satisfaction of proving their point, the so-called “loser” of the argument wins an even more valuable prize. Knowledge. So in my opinion, neither person (or group) wins nor loses. Both walk away having been exposed to new opinions and information. And what could be better than that?
To give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, theory, usually to persuade others...arguing. The action of arguing builds from passion. Having specific enthusiasm about a topic can make arguing fun as you have the knowledge to support your claim. In particular, I like debating because I get to think deeper about something that I truly care about. Without arguing on specific things, I would not know differing opinions and I would not be near as passionate about them. The in-class debate is very intriguing to me. Calm, insightful, and respectful displays of opinions are given but there is always spite to the argument. Nothing is better than listening to a debate get heated. Personally, my favorite aspect of argumentation is winning. As a competitive person, there is nothing sweeter than winning but doing so with facts and a stone face. Making hefty points and showing an immense understanding of the topic is satisfying. I have learned though, there is a time and place for arguing. If done in a respectful disagreement, arguing can be done among almost anyone. However, when done too much, arguing can be rude and annoying.
Argumentation is what many people do to oppose a person and tell them about what they believe in. It is good to argue sometimes because you can learn the viewpoints of other people and can help get your point across. Arguing can also solve many problems by seeing what is best for people and what is not the best for people. It helps Americans overall by arguing because it can help many people on what decisions they should make and which ones they should not. However, argumentation can sometimes become out of hand or almost violent. Argumentation is powerful because it helps many people get their opinion out to the world, but also comparing it with other ideas to see which one works the best. That is why arguing is important for people who know the right idea because that could help the person who does not know the right idea and they could learn from that.
Arguing is a good thing to do because it lets off some steam as you debate against your peers. Both sides of the opposition have the chance to prove points and see if they are right or wrong. Evidence can be used to get a good advantage on the other side by stating facts such as statistics. Argumentation is also good because it allows you to fight someone who is against you without using any violence whatsoever; the arguments may get heated but nobody is going to get beat up when voicing their opinion on the topic at hand. Through argumentation, communication skills are built. Learning to listen to those on your side and the other side can fill you in with great knowledge about the topic you are interested in.
Arguing is a great thing to do because it lets you let off all your steam. There may be something you have been wanting to say about a certain topic and now we get the chance to say it against our peers. It is also very fun to find evidence to prove that the other side is wrong. There is some exhilaration knowing that you can stump them by providing the right set of evidence against them to prove them wrong. Also, arguing is a really great way to provide insight into the other side of a topic. Most of the time arguing will always end up with one or the other being proven wrong so someone always learns something. Although, in some cases, your argument may end up with two people just walking away most of the time you both would learn something. Arguing is just a great way to let off steam, prove peers wrong, and find evidence to stump them.
Arguing about something that you are very passionate about is the best thing to argue about. Whether it is about politics, religion, or sports, people can become very heated. Say you had a death in your family from a certain disease, you are more inclined to care and form an opinion to argue about if talk about that disease came up. If you were affected by the government in a major way, you could become very heated about the government in a good or bad way. Just like how if your best friend did some things that harmed you and didn't treat you well, you will most definitely get heated about that person when brought up in conversation. I think that talking with passion and reason are the two main keys to arguing. Not babbling or just talking stupid will also help bring legitimacy to your argument.
Argumentation is one of my favorite types of essays to write; not only do you get to choose a topic to argue but you get the chance to see the views of others. It allows people to express their opinions even though they might differ from the person next to them. As humans, we argue every day from what football team is the best in the league to politics. I would say that the bears are better than the Vikings but my mom would disagree. Neither one of us is right or wrong and that's the best part of arguing and never coming to an actual conclusion. We all have our own opinions and in today's world saying them out loud will sometimes get you in trouble but arguing helps us express those views. Arguing is something that I find myself doing quite often and my parents saying I am quite good at.
Arguing is such a wonderful tool. It is something we use in everyday life to get a point across. What is best about arguing is that it can be a friendly argument where both parties keep it under control. It is also sometimes a good way to let off some steam and for one to be able to express their opinion on something. When an argument goes down the other person should listen carefully to what one has to say, this way they have a chance to gain some great insight on a topic that they maybe did not think about before. Listening to someone else's point a view also helps you solidify what your beliefs are, or if you might consider that belief. Arguing does not have to be hostile, or tense it can be a great way to open up your heart and learn something new. So the next time you are in an argument make it a learning opportunity.
Arguing has become a valuable way to disagree in a civil matter. As long as the arguing stays civil each side will be able to share their opinions and get a better understanding of the other side's opinion as well. Without arguing humans would never be able to see both sides of the story but arguing can still cause conflict. Take the USA for example, the country is split between two different opinions and a lot of people aren't able to get along with one of the other party. If the country could understand the other side's point of view and get along with one another politics would be a less stressful topic. Arguing may be a way to get over differences between two people and help them get along. A good relationship is not complete without some arguing. Without arguing everyone would be split and no individual would be able to understand someone with different opinions.
Arguing is amazing because it allows us to discuss different opinions and try to explain why we believe ours is right. Arguing lets us try and bring others to our side of a topic which makes us feel better about ourselves if we do. I believe arguing also allows us to get our point across to others who may not agree and even lets us see a whole new side of a topic. Without arguing everyone would never change their beliefs which isn't something we want. Changing is part of life and arguing inspires change and allows for it to happen. The idea of arguing gets our blood pumping and causes excitement because we enjoy the idea of trying to prove ourselves or that what we believe in is right compared to someone else. I think that we love to argue and that is why it is so enjoyable and great to us.
I think that the base idea of arguing can be good for a person. When you argue you have your own beliefs challenged and can learn that you are wrong or help another person understand that they are wrong. Through this process, everyone can learn how to be the best that they can and solve many problems. That is great in theory but I believe in reality that all arguing does is entrench ourselves in our own beliefs. If humans did not feel shame or embarrassment arguing could save the world, yet when someone challenges us we feel we have to beat them. Even when we know we are wrong we will continue to argue because it is better to keep our belief than admit that we are wrong and they were right. That is why there is no “best thing” about arguing, all it does is lead to deepened extremist beliefs and anger toward another person.
Arguing is great because it enables people to express their feelings. If you have a deep passion for a subject, arguing with someone enables you to express your true opinions and feelings. Because people have their own ideas and opinions, arguing has become a very common occurrence. I think that most people will be involved in an argument almost every day of their life. Different opinions on politics, religion, and sports commonly cause arguments. Arguing is a thing like lets you be unique. It gives you the ability to set your own ideas apart from others. It is great that everyone can be their own person and arguing is a key factor in doing that. Another thing about arguing that I enjoy is messing with someone. Because people can get so upset about a topic, you can disagree with them with a nonsense reason and they might get upset and rant. I do this a lot with my dad and my mom thinks it's really funny. Sometimes, I will say something that I don't even agree with just to make my dad mad. My mom and I are very entertained when we listen to his rants.
The best thing about arguing is honestly when you are right and are able to back up your standpoint. Arguing is not about two people yelling at each other saying that the other person is wrong. That is just bickering, bickering does not get anyone anywhere. People believe argumentation is a bad thing because it is two people fighting. Arguing is more about learning about someone else's point of view and listening to what they say so you can persuade them to change their mind. Getting the whole picture is key. Sometimes you will be wrong just because the way you were looking at it from your perspective seemed right but looking at it from someone else's view gives you a much better understanding of the topic. Never base a book off its’ cover right? So if you have only seen the cover shouldn’t you know the whole story. Arguing is about gaining knowledge of something you would not have thought of if the other person didn’t mention.
I think that the best part about arguing is the growth that can come from it. Many people spend their entire lives only really listening to the opinions of their friends and family. This can cause people to be close-minded. When an argument or debate comes around, people begin to have to hear the other side and their beliefs. This will cause people to become more open-minded at the end of the debate. Usually, the two sides will also come to a common agreement on the topic. If that does not happen then at least you will find out what separates the two sides of the debate. That will make you stronger in your beliefs or it could weaken your beliefs if you believe the other side has made some strong arguments. Overall, the debate is healthy because it forces us to take a stance and learn more about your beliefs.
Arguing. I tend to be really good at it when it comes to my sisters. We do tend to get into disagreements from time to time, however, in the end, we have a resolution. But, the resolution does not always result in one person being correct, there are compromises made. If writing an argumentative essay has taught me anything it is: to look at the other side's point of view. When composing an argumentative essay I have done research on the other side's views because if not, what would I be arguing? Nothing. There would be nothing to argue about. Arguments come up because people see everything from a different point of view. For example; I like chocolate and my sister likes vanilla ice cream and when we are told to chose one to buy we will argue which one is better. Without arguments or disagreements, how will different companies, businesses, and variations of products even exist? We all have different preferences and opinions and that is good because no one wants to live in an all chocolate and vanilla world. From writing an argumentation essay I have learned how to respectfully get my opinion and facts across as well.
I would have to say my favorite thing about arguing is being able to express your knowledge on a topic—especially if you show much interest or enthusiasm on the issue. If I am highly informed on the topic, I could argue for hours and spew statistics and studies to further prove my point. Of course, most of the time an argument is never actually settled and neither side can seem to change the other's mind, and there is tension. Personally, I like to think of myself as a very open-minded person and like seeing other peoples' viewpoints and opinions on certain matters. Understanding where the other side is coming from is one of the most important aspects of arguing because it offers a good rebuttal for your own beliefs—and honestly just makes you much more intelligent to be mindful of how other people think and process information. It is also important to keep the fine line between an argument and a verbal fight. In a verbal fight, neither side will listen to the other and no progress will be made.
I am a person that argues quite frequently. Often enough, I find myself debating the opposite side to my beliefs (including for the current essay). By creating this self-opposition, I scrutinize the topic more extensively and see a middle ground as a possible (and often optimal) solution.
Debate also allows you to investigate your opponent for their personality as much as for their perspective. People that lack commitment may push their belief with a passion, but they will likely fail to receive opposition. You can also pick up if they are emotional if you pry at their arguments and they take it personally.
Finally, a discussion can make you reconsider your stance in an argument. Many times I have played the devil’s advocate and found myself honestly standing on the opposite side than I was before. By playing the opposition, you may discover the invalidity of your previous defense or the lack of credibility of your argument’s sources.
Arguing not only shows your opponent the point of view you have, but it also helps you express your feelings about that topic. I think there is a limit to arguing as I do not enjoy watching it unless it is under control. What I mean by this is if two people are bashing each other about a topic, I think that is too far. But if you can have a civil conversation about your disagreements that is a different story. I like making my point known and arguing facts about that point and why I feel that way. It is sort of like having a conversation, except you may not agree with the other person. It also helps us look at the other side of things, it opens our mind to understand a topic from multiple perspectives. We may not agree but we now understand why they are arguing against us.
People like to feel secure. Being right and proving a point are two of the best ways to do so. Arguing a point can be good for so many reasons as long as it doesn’t get out of hand. For one, arguing creates diversity. Could you imagine a world where everyone thought and acted the exact same? Arguing creates differences and with that can come anger and unwanted emotions. However, arguing can also prove innocence. In the example of a court case, people are paid to argue with the court to prove someone is guilty or innocent. These arguments can be a huge deal in how it will affect the lives of the people involved. Finally, arguing can also come in the form of promoting change. When people stand up for their beliefs they are arguing for change and change is what the world needs. Arguing is best because it gives people an outlet to make a difference.
Arguing is extremely important in the exchange of ideas between opposing ideologies. If there was no transfer of ideas or ways of thinking the world would not be able to progress far enough to keep up with the creation and the recurring presence of problems within our society today. Without arguments, everyone in the world would have to agree and there is no way to bring forth the best ideas without weeding out the bad ones without putting them to the test. If no one argued there would be no way to find out which concept would work the best, and if you can not talk it out that means you would have to try it out, and some of the ideas that are put on the wayside are best left untouched and unattempted. If we continue to keep bringing the best idea forward then hopefully we will eventually find the solutions to not just our largest problems but all of them.
The best part of arguing is proving to yourself that you are in fact right and possibly persuading someone else to see your logic. Arguing is also a good tool to create debates about an infinite range of topics. These debates can be a healthy way to state your point of view and assess that of another's. If the person you're debating has a weak or altered judgement of the topic, you can enlighten them with your far superior POV and help them a great deal. Not only will they then admit to you being right (which would bring on a lot of inflated self-satisfaction) but there's also one more human being on this Earth that shares the same judgement as you on a topic that's broad or obscure. Arguing is also fun because it makes you really think hard about the topic of argument and figure out what's great/bad about it and it can widen your judgement on it. If you had to argue why a certain movie was good to someone who disliked the movie, you'd really have to think about all the reasons you liked said movie and after all these reasons are brought up, you'll realize all the things great about this movie and then possibly like it more.
Arguing is something that people enjoy to do or they hate it with a passion. I for one, like to argue. I feel like arguing with friends is a healthy way to express what you are trying to say as long as you do not get too personal about what you are talking about. Sometimes you just need to blow off a little steam and you need to argue about something for a bit to release it. For example, my friend, Mercedes, and I always argue if Henry Howard Holmes was Jack the Ripper. It is a good way for either of us to blow off steam without actually being truly aggressive towards each other. Even if you argue about an important subject, arguing might be the only option. Some people are too stubborn to actually listen to you unless you directly contradict what they are saying to their face. Some people need to be argued with so that they can truly understand a different point of view and reflect upon theirs.
I have always been more of a stubborn person. I argue about topics with my friends almost daily. I have been told many times that arguing is not the most successful way to resolve something, but I find this to be not true most of the time. I personally love fighting for my side of a topic. Arguing my points of view always makes for good conversation amongst my friends when we actually try to debate a topic as it often devolves into just joking around, which can often be frustrating. I particularly love expressing my feelings towards a topic, proving my points to my friends if an extremely satisfying feeling. Having someone agree with you after you display your points is one of my favorite feelings that I get to experience more than often. It is something that I strive towards whenever I argue and debate with someone.
I think the best part about arguing is informing yourself on other sides of topics. I think arguing shows how passionate you are about a subject. As long as you both respect each other's perspective on whatever you are arguing about, you should have an overall fun and educational time having an argument. The issues you run into when engaging in an argument are usually caused by people getting off-topic and making rude comments about the other person that they don't see eye to eye with. You also run into issues when people begin to feel defeated or unheard. Their argument either wasn't strong enough, wrong, or the other person won't listen to what their opponent is saying so they avoid the confrontation of having to actually come up with a counter-argument. As long as you avoid doing any of those things in your next argument, it will be refreshing for both arguing sides.
The best thing about arguing is being able to get your point across while still learning someone else's point of view. Arguing is educational. Some people might get easily annoyed by arguing and try to shut down someone's rebuttal. These people are usually close-minded and struggle to see the opposing argument as beneficial. I always try to come to a debate open-minded to prepare for new points of view and expand my understanding of a topic. Arguing can also help teach communication skills and help cement personal beliefs. During an argument, you learn to let the opposing side lay forth their beliefs before or after you say yours. You then take turns reinforcing these beliefs with evidence and/or personal experiences. Personal beliefs can be reinforced after learning both sides of the argument and using the new information to either uphold your belief or contradict it. A mutual understanding between debaters also helps relieve tension during the teaching and learning experience.
To say that I love arguing would be an understatement. My mom, an ex-policy debater, and my dad, a man who shrouds himself in world news, have taught me how to be someone who loves to argue. Arguing is something that I have gotten really good at, in fact, I write ten-minute thirty-second arguments to take to a different school every weekend. Arguing is an educational experience, and can reveal the knowledge of the person you're arguing with. For example, my dad and I do not agree politically whatsoever. Is it the background we both grew up in? The parents we had? The schools we went to? I will never know. Nonetheless, my dad and I LOVE to argue. My dad is a fantastic author and does a great job informing himself on both sides of a coin. I love to write, I would not consider myself as great as a writer as he is, but I would also say that I am well informed as he is. Arguing with him has taught me that learning that skill from an early age gives you an educational insight on how to take on every person who does not agree with you—especially the ones who just REALLY can not argue. Argumentation and the act of arguing can display character in the person you are arguing with. From what I have learned, an argument needs to be thoroughly backed up and supported—it shows that you care and have a smidgen of intelligence. If you do not have the information you need to back up your argument, I think it's humorous! Nothing brings me MORE joy to argue with someone who does not know what they are talking about versus when they do. In conclusion, arguing provides a person with knowledge about their counterpart's character and intelligence. Arguing is great because it truly teaches someone to never ever bring a knife to a gun fight. Arguing is the best because it reveals who you are arguing with in a light you have never seen them in before.
I think that arguing is beneficial to learning. Especially if it is in a controlled environment, such as school. This helps us to learn to listen to both sides of an argument to hear why the other side believes what they do. This also teaches us to be civil and not get verbally or physically abusive to those who do not share the same viewpoint. We can not always agree with someone else's opinion but be civil and respect it, since it is their personal opinion. This is also a great learning tool for me since I am planning on attending college with the hopes of becoming a lawyer, specifically a criminal prosecutor. So I need to gain these skills early to help me be proficient in my future career field. I also like winning arguments with definitive proof, evidence, and facts to help back up my opinion, which is exactly what I need to do as a prosecutor.
Arguing can be an extremely beneficial tool to use in the expression of your own opinion. You could gradually try to show someone what you think is right But nothing is as fast as arguing, while it will cause problems, it is the quickest of any possible way. It can change some people's opinions or views on certain things. Arguing is a very important skill to have. I have personally been able to argue well in the past. The goal of arguing isn't to win all of the time but to express one's opinion. But the main thing that needs to be known is to respect others' opinions.
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