People shared the 17 'dead giveaways' that someone has just lost an argument

[1]( [People shared the 17 'dead giveaways' that someone has just lost an argument]( Here’s the problem with starting an argument with someone who’s clearly wrong. People with opinions that are not based on facts or logic have trouble with critical thinking, which also makes having a discussion with them terribly tricky because they don’t know the rules of engagement. The first step to avoiding these situations is not having an argument. But if you have to settle a disagreement,[it’s best to frame it]( as a discussion instead of an argument. The difference? “A discussion is a respectful exchange of information. An argument is a coercive attempt to be acknowledged as right or smart or sensitive,” [Steven Stosny, Ph.D. writes in Psychology Today.]( “In arguments, we invalidate feelings and undermine perspectives. In discussions, we validate feelings and expand perspectives,” Dr. Stosny continues. [Read the story]( [2]( [Poisoned golden retriever's owner shares important warning about dangerous Thanksgiving rolls]( Thanksgiving is a great day to be a dog if you're looking for some tasty food scraps. There’s a lot of activity in the kitchen, folks are walking around with plates dropping food and there’s always someone who had too much wine that loves to give a few treats to the dog. However, your dog’s innocent Thanksgiving snacking can be hazardous for its health. The [Pet Poison Helpline]( (PPH) shared a story from Tennessee that’s a great reminder to be careful of what your dogs eat, especially during the hectic holiday season. Last Thanksgiving, Pippa, a playful golden retriever from Knoxville, had a scare after eating six unbaked rolls and had to go to the emergency room. [Read the story]( Did a friend forward this to you? [Subscribe here]( [3]( [Texas basketball coach unfazed by backlash on attire: 'There's no norm anymore, make it your own']( Sydney Carter is the basketball coach at Texas A&M University. She made headlines last week when she received unwarranted criticism for an outfit she wore on the court. She was spotted wearing a white turtleneck, pink leather pants, and stilettos at a game, sparking a debate online about what should be considered "professional" or "appropriate" attire for a coach. At first, she was shocked. However, Carter has since fought back, responding to the comments with an unbridled sense of confidence. She also received support from others on the internet, notably from rapper Nicki Minaj. Carter ultimately encouraged others to take pride in their own styles, [Good Morning America]( reports. [Read the story]( [4]( [People are loving this Amazon delivery driver for warning a woman that her house is 'unsafe']( Amazon delivery drivers don’t have the easiest job in the world. Sitting through traffic, working in extreme temperatures, hauling boxes … not exactly a fun time. So when a driver goes out of their way to be extra considerate—people notice. One delivery driver has gone viral for the way she delivered a little bit of safety education, along with some lighthearted advice. The [TikTok video]( of the encounter, which now has more than 4 million views, was shared by Jessica Huseman, who had only recently moved into her new house. The clip shows the doorbell cam recording of the driver approaching the house. As the delivery driver makes it to the front door, she sings, ”Hello … I hope your Monday’s going well. You have no markers on your house that says what number you are.” From there, the driver’s song quickly changes tune, going from funny jest to helpful PSA. [Read the story]( [5]( [Julia Roberts just revealed that MLK personally paid for the hospital costs when she was born]( When most people think of [Julia Roberts]( they think of "Pretty Woman" or "Ocean's Eleven" or one of the other plethora of films she's acted in. Most people don't see her signature red hair and broad smile and immediately think of a civil rights icon. But there's a connection that Gayle King encouraged Roberts to share during a recent interview. [Martin Luther King Jr.]( and his wife Coretta Scott King paid for the birth of the Academy Award winning actress when her parents were in a bind with medical bills. Roberts explained to Gayle King that her parents became acquainted with the Kings after Coretta Scott King asked if her children could attend the acting school Roberts' parents owned. The two couples became good friends after that, and thanks to a fateful phone call, Roberts was welcomed into this world carrying a little bit of unknown history with her. The internet is buzzing with disbelief, because who the heck can say their birth was paid for by the [Martin Luther King Jr.]( Jay Willis commented on Twitter "No this is one of those history facts that my brain can't process." [Read the story]( Find us on the World Wide Web: [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Twitter]( [Website]( [LinkedIn]( Copyright © 2022 GOOD | Upworthy, All rights reserved. 1370 N St Andrews Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90028 You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.