Insulting no more

[Something completely different]

Over the past few days I've let some of you drag me down into the practice of trading personal insults; for my part in it, I humbly apologize. Personal attacks turn conversations into a matter of winning or losing, instead of trading ideas that promote growth and understanding.

Even if I think an idea is beyond rational, this doesn't mean that every thought in someone's head is irrational. So, I am returning to the art of focusing solely on the topic and not the person behind each reply.

If I ever find myself debating any topic outside of the internet, I want to know that, even if my position is wrong, I came away with the respect of my audience.

Go fuck yourself