“Instead, when hit with the usual emotional and senseless statement, come back with a question that challenges the intelligence of your opponent. It doesn’t have to have anything to do with the topic presented. Keep three responses ready at all times. For example, in a friendly voice (that’s important), “Where did you go to school?” “
Very cool. This is actually a technique used in pickpocketing, called a “pattern interrupt.” It is funny to me you instinctively perceived its utility.
For more see:
http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2013/01/07/130107fa_fact_green?currentPage=all
“This is actually a technique used in pickpocketing, called a “pattern interrupt.”
That’s cool—I did not know that. Perhaps I missed my calling. Thanks for the insight.