In a debate, someone expresses an opinion that is shocking to your ears. How do you respond to that?

  • Think about what might have led him to that.
  • You immediately feel the need to fix it.
  • You smile and change the subject.
  • You might say that everyone has the right to their opinion, but it unsettles you a bit.
  • You freeze and internally sort whether you should categorize him as "problematic."

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