an ignorant verbal attack, The Mechanics of Virtue, Matt Berry, aphorism 149
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When I “defend” myself vigorously against an ignorant verbal attack, I not only validate the other’s belief that an attack indeed takes place but I validate my own belief as well.
When I “defend” myself vigorously against an ignorant verbal attack, I not only validate the other’s belief that an attack indeed takes place but I validate my own belief as well.