Contrary views can sometimes make us feel uncomfortable, especially when it is a direct attack on a belief held so strongly knowingly or unknowingly. In such situation people tend to react from a defensive stand point, digging up instances that will make them right even if it is unreasonable....
However, having a open mind will turn the table around, an open mind gives a neutral view and observation comes before decision. The discuss is then considered objectively, weighing both sides before interpretation is done with careful reasoning.
Edward de Bono in his six " Thinking Techniques " called this type of thinking White Hat .
Thinking with the White Hat will definitely help accommodate others opinion with no irritation..
Thanks so very much. You got it from my perspective. I'll go with your idea.
You welcome. Glad i could help.