The discussion revolves around the challenges of engaging with individuals who refuse to acknowledge when they are wrong in arguments. Participants share various phrases and responses that indicate a lack of willingness to concede, as well as personal anecdotes illustrating these interactions. The conversation touches on themes of communication, education, and the futility of certain debates.
Participants express a general agreement on the challenges of engaging with stubborn individuals, but there are varying opinions on the best approach to take in such situations. Some advocate for disengagement, while others suggest attempting to educate or provoke thought.
There are references to specific anecdotes and sayings that may not be universally understood, and the discussion includes a mix of serious and humorous tones. The effectiveness of different communication strategies remains unresolved.
I have taken to saying things like: "You're right, that's why lasers don't really work, and we'll never have cordless phones because physicists don't really know anything."Evo said:I've always liked the saying "I refuse to engage in a battle of wits with an unarmed person".