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You cannot win an argument. You can only avoid it - Dale Carnegie
The core message is that in human relationships, a tactical victory in a debate is often a strategic defeat. You might prove your point, but you'll likely alienate the other person in the process.
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The only way to get the best of an argument is to avoid it - Dale Carnegie
You don't "win" an argument by proving your point; you win by sidestepping the destructive clash entirely. The real victory is preserving the relationship and your own peace of mind.