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Feel Like You Need to Have the Last Word?
Are you one of those people who feel they must always dominate an argument and have the last word? Or are you comfortable picking the battles that really matter?
What advice can you offer on how to tone down an argument that's simply not worth having?
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Permalink Reply by Pattie O on -
I have to make a decision on whether or not it's beneficial enough to go to battle. If the pros outway the possible cons of doing battle, then choose your words wisely so that it does not come back to haunt you. By all means, let the other party have the last word as many people won't let up until they have the last word. Your words will sink in later as that person dwells on the conversation. Those who like to do battle do dwell on them later. You might be surprised to see they may come back to you with an apology or to say after reconsidering he/she believes you may have a good point.
When all else fails, my response is "I guess we'll have to agree to disagree on this."
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