Argument Culture Around Me

There are two types of arguing: disagreements and arguments. Disagreements happen when two or more people simply disagree on the same subject. For me, my friends and I disagree on a lot of sports related topics; such as, who the best player is on the Blackhawks, or if Michael Jordan is the best basketball player of all time. Regardless, this type of arguing is simple and doesn't get anyone upset because both sides are not trying to change each other's point of view and also respect the decision of the other person. The disagreements do not accomplish anything other than telling others your point on the subject. Nobody's feelings are hurt if you have a different favorite player than your friend. They may say you are wrong but no heated exchanges are shared. On the other hand, arguments are a more intense, persuading type of disagreement. Normally, with an argument, both sides are trying to change the opinion of the other side. These arguments in my life happen less frequently than disagreements. In my academic experience I find that professors would rather have students disagree with them rather than have an argument. Arguments and disagreements both hurt and help people. People learn something out of the argument, specifically, facts about the opposing viewpoints. Also, people can get hurt by the opposing side. I have a few friends that can get upset if their point of view on the issue is insulted. Overall, the majority of arguing in the world I interact with deal with disagreements. Arguments are there but are rarer than disagreements. Each type of arguing has a different impact on society and tend to stick towards the disagreement side because I do not like to argue unless I think it is absolutely necessary.