You Are Not So Smart

255 - Good Arguments - Bo Seo

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Mar 19, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Bo Seo's Debate Origin Story

  • Bo Seo was unable to disagree after moving from South Korea to Australia due to language and cultural barriers.
  • Joining the debate club in fifth grade gave him the tools and confidence to learn how to argue effectively.
INSIGHT

Debate Builds Cooperative Communities

  • Debate is a community built around disagreement that values respectful, structured exchanges.
  • Good debate fosters understanding and cooperation rather than hostile conflict.
INSIGHT

Broadening the Meaning of Winning

  • Disagreements offer wins beyond convincing others, like learning or understanding different views better.
  • Seeing disagreement as growth encourages more thoughtful and productive exchanges.
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