Avoiding Contention
Here are two ways I've tried to avoid contention in Internet discussions, and more specifically, to avoid acrimonious debate and reflecting on the character of others.1. I trained myself never to say or insinuate anything uncomplimentary about anyone, without at least a week of preparation. The way I trained myself was by removing my posting privileges for three days every time I did that.
2. I don't respond to posts that don't look friendly to me.
