What if, you thanked the person who expressed disagreement?

An opposing opinion is a gift if you look at it as someone willing to engage and an opportunity to see another perspective.
Saying ‘thank you’ encourages participation and naturally appreciates someone.
It also causes you to pause and to consider an appropriate response.

 
 

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