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Effective Criticism Made Easy
Step 1 : Dismiss the opposing argument as stupid. This is key. Of course they are unintelligent, if they had half a mind, they would see things your way. This does two things, it builds your self-esteem by reminding yourself, that you are the smartest person you know. It also gives you a fantastic reason not to listen to them. What is the point, if they are stupid? They obviously couldn't grasp your point of view, so there is no need to argue it.
Step 2 : Dismiss their actions or motives as evil. The second part of the punch/kick combo. This places you on a moral highground of which you can never be dethroned from. There is no reason to attempt to understand the opposition because to do so would put your mind in an evil place.
Follow these rules to remain forever Intelligent and forever Pure. Criticism is easy. Remember, dismiss, dismiss, dismiss.
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Lord, have mercy on my wicked soul
I wouldn't mistreat you baby, for my weight in gold.
-Son House, Death Letter Blues
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