Do you try to reason? Do you argue? Do you cuss? Do you clam up? Do you ignore? Do you cry? Do you fight? What do you do?
2006-08-25 14:01:42 · 27 answers · asked by intentionalmasterpiece 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Usually I just smile and think to myself how thankful I'am for not being so ignorant. I never bother to argue, they are not worth my time, nor my energy and peacful state of mind to ever get upset. Why let them get to you? Then ignorance is effective. Actually, if you have an intolerance to ignorance than how much better are you? To fight or argue is to show your own ignorance of not being able to see their point of veiw, however imbalanced it may be. If you know the person, then you can patiently over time try to help them deal with it in a respectful manner. Otherwise all you can do is appreciate the fact that you are not ignorant and upset and go on with your day. Forgive and forget is the way to be in such cases.
2006-08-25 14:40:10 · answer #1 · answered by Star_Zero 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a tough question - I think it may depend a bit on the situation: is it from someone I know? Are they family? Are the open minded? Are they stubborn? Will they even care if I correct them? Most of the time I'll just let something go if I correct them once and they become beligerent. If the person is already angry and I know they're stubborn I won't say anything at all. Some people just like having their head in the sand, or think they know everything already.
If their ignorance is hurting anyone I'll argue the point as best I can - maybe they'll at least think about it. My boyfriend's father is extrememly racist, which I something I consider to be ignorant. I will always argue with him if he makes a stupid comment in front of me.
2006-08-25 21:07:50 · answer #2 · answered by They call me ... Trixie. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You respond to ignorance with wisdom.
Never argue or cuss...as they are both self-defeating. Clamming up or ignoring the person does not enlighten them. Fighting isn't good either. Why would you cry? You have the wisdom.
Sometimes it's not up to you to convince someone of something. Sometimes it's just your job to convey the right wisdom to them and let them figure it out on their own.
If you are talking about spreading the gospel, that is your only job anyway. Just inform the person of the Word. You don't have to debate it. Just tell them what and why you believe it to be true. The Holy Spirit will grab hold of that person if he truly listens to you.
2006-08-25 21:06:10 · answer #3 · answered by tjjone 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It depends what I'm trying to accomplish. A lot of times, arguing/cussing/crying won't serve any purpose. If I want to change the person's mind, I'll give my opinion in a non-confrontational way, because ignorant people can get defensive if you criticize them. If I want other people to see how ignorant the speaker is, I let him or her continue. The flaws in their thinking will become more and more apparent. If I'm feeling mean and spiteful, I ask questions as if I'm interested in their point of view... and their answers show how wrong they really are. But if it's just me, I usually just say "That's interesting."
2006-08-25 21:10:06 · answer #4 · answered by MailorderMaven 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes, it just depends on the circumstance. If someone is blatently ignorant and I know that I am right, I will absolutely fight for my point. If someone is ignorant due to stupidity or just plain old "no class ignorance", I try to brush it off and make them know that it and they are not worth my time or effort.
2006-08-25 21:07:05 · answer #5 · answered by kelee 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how far that ignorance extends. If it is of a verbal nature, I tend to ignore it. If it develops into intimidation or aggression, I first try to reason, if left with no options I fight.
2006-08-29 12:34:23 · answer #6 · answered by somebrowning 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Explain one time. If it happends again, ignore them. If that doesnt work, show them the finger.
Dont waste your time and energy arguing or cursing or even crying. They make no difference dead or alive. I know some who are better dead than alive. Looking at one right now.
2006-08-30 03:05:19 · answer #7 · answered by sampaul21 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I treat them with patience, and respect, like you would treat a small child that is mildly retarded. Never cuss or cry.
Don't argue with them. Don't try to convert them to your way of thinking. If sound reasoning hasn't worked, move on. We cannot please eveyone all the time. Choose your friends wisely and mildly accept the others.
2006-08-25 21:14:32 · answer #8 · answered by I wanna be a fish 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, first I try to reason. Then I fight and cuss. Then I guess I just shut up and ignore them.
2006-08-25 21:04:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
It depends on the situation.
Usually, I point it out.
Other times, I ignore it.
If the person is acting in a way that is truly atrocious, I have no problem speaking up in a kind way that will make them understand me.
2006-08-26 00:00:15 · answer #10 · answered by Sixth_Sense 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋