A bit too often taking part in discussions on Reddit was just mentally draining. Initially the topic looks so promising and I would love to discuss it. But too often people were not interested in sharing ideas beyond their own opinion, and many people were obsessed with “winning” the discussion.
Trying so discuss the finer points back and forth in a satisfying way was a rare occasion. Even In not so big subreddits you would think were filled with like minded people this was difficult. and comments were trying to end the discussion instead of coming with an idea and trying to further it.
How can we all promote good discussion on this site or the wider fediverse?
This is by no means a complete list, but I’ve got some suggestions:
Be sure to read and understand a post/comment before replying
Avoid being pedantic
Give people the benefit of the doubt
Remember that an opposing viewpoint is NOT a personal attack