When does TALK turn to a DISCUSSION & a discussion turn into an ARGUMENT?

Answer 1

Talk turns into a discussion as soon as you ask for the other person's input, such as asking "what do you think" or "what's up with that". Just starting to talk doesn't imply the other person should try to top the statement or add their own little stories to keep the conversation alive. It is best to wait until you get the cue from the other person, otherwise, it looks like you are trying to take over or "show them up".

A discussion turns into an argument as soon as both parties decide that they disagree, but don't want to end proving their points to the other person(s). You never need to prove your point more than once, but if the person ignores you and insists that you are wrong or that they are always right...drop it and run as fast as you can to avoid unnecessary stress and anguish. They aren't really listening anyway.

Answer 2

Talk turns to a discussion when you start in on a controversial topic. The discussion turns into an argument when the tone of voices changes to sound more...demanding is the only word I can think of for it.

Answer 3

"Talk" and "discussion" are interchangeable terms. They imply no agenda on the part of participants to "win". Rather, the goal is to explore a topic more thoroughly.

"Arguement" ensues when raw emotion overcomes folks, and they feel compelled to "win" (when the discussion becomes competitive, in other words).

Answer 4

if the talk is about a particular subject, with people sharing their views, it's a discussion. when they disagree, and get all narky about their own view and try to defend it, then it's an argument.

I'm telling you - it IS. Don't contradict me, IT IS!!!!!!