How come and Why Not ?
2007-09-19 03:24:21 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
thanks doug, it seems you are the one who is in defensive stage right now LOL !!!
2007-09-19 03:49:05 · update #1
no,being defensive is you showing others that you are not weak and you have the power to say what you want and for the things which is wrong for you
2007-09-19 03:48:20 · answer #1 · answered by pal 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. As an interaction, defensiveness is when an individual 'personalizes' what is taking place in the interaction.
I recall a project that I worked on last year, that for the first few weeks, I felt defensive. When faced with a barrage of complaints, there is the desire to defend one's self against allegations or accusations. This is a function of beliefs not of defeat.
Whenever we feel that we are being 'attacked' we are likely to become defensive. It isn't necessary to be defensive though.
2007-09-19 03:33:29 · answer #2 · answered by guru 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The word "defensive" is being used a lot by aggressive people as a way to further manipulate their victim. You have the right to defend yourself. And there is nothing wrong with that. Doing the opposite, being submissive, is defeatist.
In the context of an argument or debate it is good to get your opponent in a defensive position. But that is only the first step to defeat.
2007-09-19 03:59:59 · answer #3 · answered by phil8656 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so. It is a sign of self-preservation as well as looking out for the other guy. ie., defensive driving, etc.
2007-09-19 03:36:17 · answer #4 · answered by drc.2007 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only if the person lives as far out in right field as you seem to.
Doug
2007-09-19 03:46:43 · answer #5 · answered by doug_donaghue 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No
2007-09-22 16:06:29 · answer #6 · answered by secret society 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋