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Post by spitzig on Dec 5, 2003 4:29:39 GMT -5
For some reason, in debates, I cannot defend myself. I can't ever think clearly or speak clearly. I can think of things later down the road, but when I'm put on the spotlight, I guess I panic or something, can't really explain. I'm not quick I guess. You might try an online forum for debates. It might help you determine what factors make you nervous about debates. I go to the darwinawards philosophy forum a lot. I think of it as discussion, not debate, though. Debate seems to have a goal of "winning". Discussion does not. But, people don't really "win" in these things usually. Debates seem to turn into arguments more. And, I don't find those fun. Of course, websites vary as to how combatative or insulting they are. You might also try chatrooms for debate, to see if it's the "real life" factor that makes you nervous. I usually avoid topics like abortion, though. The pro/anti sides' styles of debate seem incompatable. And, they always seem to turn into arguments. Going for debate would sharpen your debate skills. Going for discussion has helped me with my logic skills--general formulations of ideas.
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