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Lorenzo · « **on:** September 06, 2013, 03:52:42 AM »

Trying to have a conversation with a person who believes they are always right can be difficult and downright frustrating. When you are dealing with an argumentative individual, here are some steps you can use to help control the situation.

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #1 on:** September 06, 2013, 03:53:08 AM »

1) Keep calm. Getting angry and escalating an argument will not benefit either one of you. You might even end up saying something you'll seriously regret.

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #2 on:** September 06, 2013, 03:53:39 AM »

2) Consider the subject you are discussing. Is it even worth arguing about? If you're debating something like the best kinds of pizza toppings, it is probably best to just let it go.

Recognize when the situation is getting out of control. There is a difference between a friendly argument and a combative situation where people can become angry or hurt. At that point it is best to end the discussion so both of you can calm down.

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #3 on:** September 06, 2013, 03:55:14 AM »

3) Consider your relationship to the person. Different relationships will often dictate how the situation should be handled.

If the person is a close friend, family member or spouse, be honest with them. Tell them you find it difficult to have a conversation when they insist on always being right. They may not even have realized what they were doing. If it happens again, gently bring it to their attention.

If the person is a coworkerâ€”or even worse, your bossâ€”approach the situation more carefully. In a friendly but assertive manner, explain to them that you feel like they are not respectfully validating your own thoughts and ideas. Point out that you value their opinion and would like them to give you the same consideration.

If the person is a simple acquaintance or even a stranger, you likely don't need to be arguing with them at all. Respectfully remove yourself from the situation.

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #4 on:** September 06, 2013, 03:56:52 AM »

4) Use productive language. Just as resorting to anger won't improve the situation, resorting to petty language won't help things either. Countering an argument with something like "That's just stupid," won't get you anywhere and will most likely put the other person on the defensive.

Genuinely listen to the other person. Maybe they really do have a valid argument. If they don't, at least you will understand what they are saying and can better reason with them.

Validate the other person's opinions with phrases like "I understand what you mean" or "I can see where you're coming from." You can then respectfully offer your counter argument.

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #5 on:** September 06, 2013, 03:57:25 AM »

5) Redirect arguments. If you find yourself constantly having to converse with a person who always has to be right, become a master of misdirection. Change the subject to disarm them, or guide the discussion into more neutral territory. Try to find a topic that you agree on, then you can both be right.

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