On the other hand, imagine you’re talking with someone and bring up the topic of Brexit, and all of a sudden, the other person launches off into a diatribe about their (very strong) opinion, more or less preaching about why they’re right and everyone else isn’t. When you ask a question or disagree, you get dismissed or “educated” on the right way to think. Good conversationalists know that it’s better to use opinions to drive conversation and connection, rather than shut it down or create division. They are not afraid of disagreement or difference; rather, they explore it with genuine
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