Inner Battles: Arguing with Yourself & Tips to Balance

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The discussion revolves around the experience of internal debates and the struggle to find clarity when faced with choices that seem to lead to unsatisfactory outcomes. Participants share their tendency to engage in self-reflection and critical thinking, often questioning the validity of information encountered in reading materials. This introspection can sometimes detract from the enjoyment of learning. The conversation also touches on the challenge of finding effective methods for learning new subjects, with a sense of frustration expressed about the inability to achieve a balanced approach. Overall, the theme highlights the complexity of decision-making and the mental conflicts that arise from seeking the "right" answer.
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Seems to me i do this more and more often, the result is given two options neither win, which can be both annoying and boring.
Do you have inner battles what tips the balance?
 
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Yes. I have debates with myself all the time, where i come to look for the best conclusion, if that's what you mean. Often, I have "debates" with the book I'm reading as well. I think, "in context x, is what this guy is saying true?" "What about this scenario?" "Is this even accurate?" Unfortunately, this often distracts from the reading.
 
I'm always right.
 
Kurdt said:
I'm always right.

The pessimist would say he's always wrong.
 
Daniel Y. said:
The pessimist would say he's always wrong.

Hmm maybe I'm always wrong? :frown:
 
wolram said:
Seems to me i do this more and more often, the result is given two options neither win, which can be both annoying and boring.
Do you have inner battles what tips the balance?

I often have a battle with how to go about learning a new subject. I'm still trying to find that balanced method, but maybe I'll never find one. I don't know.
 
Kurdt said:
Hmm maybe I'm always wrong? :frown:

Not you, according to my observations.
 

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