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Be careful of the Socratic method if you are attempting to teach those who perceive themselves to be higher up in a social hierarchy.

When I try this it often ends up in confrontation as the person who feels they are being asked for knowledge realises I am trying to teach them. These days I just flat out state my position and if they don't grasp the argument I forget the whole thing. This is a much better approach than attempting to subtly nudge people along a path to knowledge. It's a common problem for me as I look a 10 years younger than I am.




I would be careful also with those who perceive themselves to be lower down in a social hierarchy as they lack the force to confront you. (I mean: maybe you cause the same effect always, but only get push back from ppl. higher up)


Have you tried being honest about disagreeing with them and that you are being Socratic, instead of being manipulative?


It didn't work out all that well even for Socrates.




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