Why is it so hard to convince other people that they’re wrong?
Short Answer: Because persuasion is a sport.
Aug 25, 2017 · 4 min read
The goal in sports is to win, not to change teams. The goal of persuasion is to win arguments, not to change minds.
Example:
Me to 7-year old Niko: You should clean your room.
Niko: It’s already clean.
Me: No it’s not. Look at this explosion of stuffed animals.
Niko: Can we go to the bookstore after?


