Winning That "Discussion"

Do you know someone who always has to win an argument (err...discussion)? Are you that person, that always has to be right? 

Take a look at the motive here. Is the argument (or discussion) taking place because of concern for the other person or is it just two people each insisting that he or she is right? If it is the latter, this is pride and pride does not make you right.

Is proving you are right more important that preserving a relationship or showing compassion to someone who may be hurting? Is it more important to defend yourself than to look at the big picture, listen to someone or try to understand where their actions are coming from?

Instead of insisting that you are right, try not saying anything at all. Arguing or proving you are right isn't doing you or the other person any good. Stop sacrificing a relationship for the sake of your pride. Stop focusing on yourself and try to get insight as to what the other person is experiencing or going through. Show compassion for the other person.

I believe there are no coincidences and I don't believe that the reason for a "discussion" is for me to cut someone else down. I believe it is an opportunity to help someone or build them up. I just hope I am able to pay attention and stop focusing on me.