Being Silly Sinful Stubborn or Stupid?
a) often
b) always
c) sometimes
d) never
e) seldom
rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry.
Who can understand his errors? cleanse thou me from secret faults.
Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
Discussion Debate Discourse
Have we become incapable
of 'healthy' conversation?
PASSIONATE?
opinionated
intolerant
Quarrelsome
accusatory
Argumentative
bigoted
belligerent
Pedantic?
is an insulting word used to describe someone who annoys others by correcting small errors, caring too much about minor details, or emphasizing their own expertise especially in some narrow or boring subject matter.
Puerile ?
Silly or trivial, esp. in a childish
way or as a result of immaturity
+++++++++++++
The willingness for dialogue
Civil discourse & Rules of 'engagement'
Has the general purpose of normal social intercourse changed from friendly, encouraging and informational to hostile, competitive and belittling?
In the present polarized climate one must need tread very carefully in conversation.
It does seem to be the 'reality' if social media content is used as a measure of 'conversation quality'
GROUND RULES
- Willingness to examine beliefs
- Recognize needs for affirmation
- Accept differing preferences
- Separate the idea from the person
- Be open to 'new' possibilities
Converse
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