It takes a lot less mental effort to insult and dismiss someone than it does to defend your position with civility and logic

So the next time you meet someone on the internet who disagrees with you, just call them a bunch of names and then block them. It's easier than having to think

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SumKindaMunster · 51-55, M

I've seen it both ways. People who project an aura of calm and openness completely lose their minds when you mention something "triggering" and profane mouth breathers who suddenly offer a moment of profundity and truth that makes you catch your breath.

I think its fun to challenge others on their beliefs and have your own beliefs challenged. It's invigorating.

TinyViolins · 31-35, M

@SumKindaMunster I hear that.

I think the calm types usually like to be prepared and have go-to talking points, and then crumble under pressure when they're met with something unexpected. I remember the time Ben Shapiro made a fool of himself on BBC because all of his go-to counter-arguments fell flat.

And sometimes you do realize that there's a nugget of truth behind the apoplectic fits that causes the caustic types to go on the tirades they do. You learn to have a little bit of empathy even for people you can't agree with