I find that people tend to stop talking to each other or having a good relationship with one another after disagreeing on very small, and relatively inconsequential things (e.g. two people may disagree on a design decision, but could theoretically still move forward, and not cancel each other).
Right now I say “right on”, or “sounds good to me” whenever I disagree with someone, but don’t want to make a big deal out of it.
This might make me some sort of evil alien, I don’t know.
But what’s a good way to agree to disagree with someone without experiencing Earth-shattering fallout or animosity (e.g. one of you is clearly stupid or a bad person rather than you simply having different ideas and experiences)?
Is disagreeing with others still healthy and okay?
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I think the best thing in these cases is try to understand where they’re coming from (without judgement) and try come up with a compromise. But if they’re stubborn, I’d just go with their way. I just hate arguing 😂
>Is disagreeing with others still healthy and okay?
I have a friend I disagree with nearly all the time. We literally just tell each other “each to their own” or “we can agree to disagree” (especially when we’re both set in our opinions).
The choices aren’t limited to agree vs disagree. You could also listen, comprehend, consider, or whatever. You’re not required to have an opinion, and even if you DO have an opinion, there’s no law that says you have to express it. You can remain neutral and just take it all in.
You can also disagree if you *want* to do so. But you might ask yourself what your goal is in doing that.