How to Avoid an Argumentative Person

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Ignore the troubling "provocation

   For example, in a bus, or queue (waiting in line) or on a plane, bury your nose in a book or a newspaper.
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   Step 2: " if at all possible.

   Why would you care to tell that person what you know or think, if it will only encourage more unwanted opinions. ,, This will simply raise the temperature.
   
   Act as though you might be wrong yourself, but that it is of no interest and look past the other person. , Speak as if you don't have any opinion of your own (even if you do). ,,, If you got caught in a one-sided discussion, don't lead him or her on as if you appreciated it.
   
   Wave as you walk away, and say, "I'll see you." Don't wait for a response.
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   Step 3: If you can't avoid the overly talkative person

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   Step 4: keep your opinion

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   Step 5: or knowledge to yourself.

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   Step 6: Avoid the subjects he or she would like to discuss: but instead of engaging in the discussion -- avoid eye contact with the person whom you wish to escape.

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   Step 7: Don't act on the temptation to make the person seem mistaken.

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   Step 8: If you have to say something

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   Step 9: keep your response as bland and non-committal as possible.

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    Step 10: and begin to read or put you earpiece in to listen to music while nodding as if you understand.

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    Step 11: Consider searching your pockets or your bag when you can excuse yourself -- so that you can walk away in search of an exit

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    Step 12: a convenient distraction.

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    Step 13: Don't explain why you are leaving.

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