How To Have A Rational Discussion

[kcowan]

The nuance of the tone of voice and facial expression adds immeasurably to any active dialog. Somehow smileys don't capture it at all...

 

[ls99]

Oh, Nords, if anybody should know the difference between verbal abuse on screen and verbal abuse in person, it's a submariner or any kind of sailor!

I cannot stand being loudly talked at, unless it's a noisy environment or something. I will leave an argument, rather than let a shouter/ranter hurt my ears and blood pressure.

Amethyst

I guess being a recruit in the Army is out of the question then?

Below is fine example of Drill instructors giving guidance and direction.
You have to experience it to appreciate the impact.

Ignore if easily offended.

YouTube - Ears Open. Eyeballs Click.

 

[Amethyst]

But you can always add your own:

Absolute Sound Effects Archive

Great idea! Emphasize your main points with a burp effect!

I guess being a recruit in the Army is out of the question then?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCGqCGALd5I&feature=related

Gosh, no, that definitely qualifies as something that'd make me end a discussion in a hurry! I was just referring to Nords's service in particular.

A.