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RE: Whale watching...
I think that rather depends on how you say it. I think we are all open to the idea that a new, well articulated argument has the capability of changing our minds. It you challenge someone in a courteous manner, there needn't be any unpleasant consequences to disagreement. It is possible to respect a person who's opinion are different from your own after all.
Wow you are very intelligent sincerely well said rebuttal!
It certainly is possible... But there's an abundance of people who are incapable of accepting a view that contradicts their own. Look up cognitive dissonance. Very interesting psychological phenomenon.
You may well be right, but starting from a position where you have the highest chance of a positive outcome (and that does not include choosing not to challenge;)) is surely the most rational approach. Some pragmatism may be helpful when encountering a wall. Can't win them all and nor should you be able to.....that would mean you were always right! ;)