The article discusses the importance of validating others' viewpoints to effectively communicate opposing opinions. When faced with disagreeable perspectives, the instinct to attack can hinder understanding and increase hostility. By instead acknowledging the other person's viewpoint, one can create a willingness to engage in serious discussion. The article highlights the contrast between automatic reactions and thoughtful responses, underscoring that using the 'new brain' to navigate complex discussions promotes better communication. Maximizing influence requires establishing an alignment rather than an adversarial stance.
When you're exposed to a viewpoint you dislike... you're likely to attack it... such an attack will resolve nothing, yet it may transition you into fighting mode.
If, while still maintaining allegiance to your contrary perspective, you're able to validate the other person's viewpoint... you'll maximize the possibility that they'll take your opposing viewpoint more seriously.
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