Like that thing that something something sign of a good mind is abillity to hold two conflicting thoughts and something/can’t remember the rest

Also, what is that thing/saying, anyone know? Not cognitive dissonance

  • SolidGrue@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    9 months ago

    It’s a powerful debate move, really. It signals that you are aware of the flaws in your own argument and that you’re prepared to debate them on the merits. It also takes the wind from the sails of your opposition because you’ve already owned those points, taking them out of play for then to argue effectively

    That being said, acknowledging the flaws in your argunent doesn’t negate them. They can still be used to scuttle your position.