years in training commented more than once on back and-forth arguments, regardless of their intellectual merit. He ‘suggested’ one convey ones perspective, listened to the counterpoint(s) and then go off to ponder the merits of each position. This, rather than continued debate (usually at louder volume, or with more vociferous
comment) he mused, would generate rational development
in any arena. Occasionally I have had the will and wisdom to follow this dictum and this would seem an apt opportunity. > > > >