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Why is Native American culture so wise? Any similar ideas in your own culture? Please share

If people could only see your soul would you be beautiful?

What did you not appreciate when you were younger?

Describe the worst part of your country's history in one sentence

Improve your tolerance, Manage your emotions and engage more effectively in discussions. Here are some tips: 1. Practice active listening: Make a conscious effort to listen to the other person's perspective without interrupting or formulating your response in your head. This can help you better understand their point of view and show respect for their opinions. 2. Take deep breaths: When you feel yourself becoming emotional during a debate, take a moment to pause and take a few deep breaths. This can help calm your mind and body, allowing you to respond more thoughtfully and rationally. 3. Use "I" statements: Instead of making accusatory statements or generalizations, try to express your thoughts and feelings using "I" statements. This can help prevent arguments and keep the discussion focused on the issues at hand. 4. Practice empathy: Try to put yourself in the other person's shoes and consider their perspective. Showing empathy can help you develop a greater understanding of their viewpoint and foster a more constructive dialogue. 5. Set boundaries: If you feel yourself becoming overwhelmed or triggered during a debate, it's important to set boundaries for yourself. Let the other person know if you need to take a break or if certain topics are off-limits. 6. Seek feedback: After a debate, ask for feedback from others on how you handled your emotions. This can help you identify areas for improvement and develop better emotional regulation skills for future discussions.

Debating Language Debating chunks (Formal) 1. "On the contrary" - to present an opposing view 2. "I would like to point out that" - to introduce a new argument or perspective 3. "It is important to consider" - to emphasize the significance of a particular point 4. "In conclusion" - to wrap up and summarize key points 5. "I respectfully disagree with" - to express disagreement in a polite manner 6. "Furthermore" - to add additional supporting information 7. "The evidence suggests that" - to back up a claim with facts or data 8. "To clarify" - to provide further explanation or clear up any misunderstandings Debating chunks (Informal) @Debate 1. "I'm not buying it" - to express skepticism or disbelief in a particular argument 2. "Let's get real here" - to bring the discussion back to a practical or realistic perspective 3. "I hear what you're saying, but..." - to acknowledge the opposing viewpoint before presenting a counterargument 4. "I'm not gonna lie" - to preface a candid or honest statement 5. "At the end of the day" - to emphasize the ultimate point or conclusion 6. "I'm just saying" - to soften a statement or opinion 7. "It's kind of like..." - to make a comparison or analogy to illustrate a point 8. "To be fair" - to acknowledge a valid point made by the opposing side Add more of these in the comments

Echo Chamber an environment in which a person encounters only beliefs or opinions that coincide with their own, so that their existing views are reinforced and alternative ideas are not considered Please explain two of your choices.

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Topic: Human Death ________________________________ Conversation questions: 1. If you had a choice, how would you choose to die? 2. What will you miss most after your death? 3. Where would you like to be when you die? What would be your final request? 4. Is there any person or any thing you would die for? 5. What do you think of suicide? Do you consider it in your life? 6. What do you think of execution? Is it justified? 7. Is organ donation an option for you? 8. Do you believe in something after death? __________________________________ ⛔️ Do not discuss Religion ⛔️ ___________________________________ Moderator: Hanieh Mohammadi 🍀 Time: 6 to 7:15

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