A single line of argument feels like a... - Deepstash

  • A single line of argument feels like a conversation; multiple lines of argument can become an onslaught.
  • As important as the quantity and quality of reasons might be, the source matters alot.
  • The person most likely to persuade you to change your mind is you. You get to pick the reasons you find most compelling, you come away with a real sense of ownership over them.

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