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How do you avoid arrogance when replying to others without falling into false humility?

It's not easy to disagree without conflict. I try to admit I am not a Keeper of Truth and that I have often been wrong. Avoiding name-calling and put-downs ("only a moron would think", or "when you grow up you'll understand" or "you're old and senile, boomer") helps.

If a poster or responder speaks for themselves and not for all 'decent' humanity, it usually works. But not always.
Gouzi · 26-30, M
@Mamapolo2016 I agree.
HeteroDox · 36-40, F
Because at the end of the day we are no more special or worse than anyone else here.
HeteroDox · 36-40, F
@Gouzi Sure is as now the subject intent is now clear... enjoy it
Gouzi · 26-30, M
@HeteroDox That sentence makes little sense.
HeteroDox · 36-40, F
@Gouzi Not at all surprised, cheri. Best of luck on your search
BlueVeins · 22-25
Ya don't.
Sapio · 46-50, M
I will do my best to avoid it but when someone becomes insolent I will set them straight, even if it means coming across arrogant.

We may have a difference of opinion but don't pass judgment on me using derogatory remarks when you do not know me or be unnecessarily rude. That annoys me most.
FreestyleArt · 31-35, M
Don't mind them. I reply if there's life in their responds. Other than that I easily ignore and move on something different to gain
FreestyleArt · 31-35, M
@Gouzi not all no.
Gouzi · 26-30, M
@FreestyleArt Why not? :3
FreestyleArt · 31-35, M
@Gouzi it's hard to explain. I look deeper than their behaviors and who they are and what they look like. I only see how God Created us in spirit other than itself. That's how I look at life is bigger than anything can comprehend to mankind itself.
Carissimi · 70-79, F
If you feel superior to another/others, take a moment to [i]stand in their shoes[/i], and it may change your attitude. Of course, it may be that you are superior to some, but you could tone it down a bit by being gracious, unless they deserve your contempt ... and some do.
xixgun · M
I just answer
curiosi · 61-69, F
Do the best I can, it's all I can do.
I don’t think about that
purplepen · 51-55, F
IDK. (Scratches head).

 
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