Defenses Against Partisan Theory

A Guide to Not Being a Jerk

As a member of the esteemed Partisan Theory Resistance League, you're probably here because you're tired of people being, well, jerks. And who can blame you? Jerks are the worst. Here's a list of defense strategies to help you navigate the minefield of humanity:

1. Avoid the Echo Chamber Read more about avoiding the echo chamber

2. Practice Active Listening Learn how to actually listen to others

3. Don't be a Troll Find out why you're a troll and how to stop being one

4. Seek out Diverse Perspectives Discover why you need diverse perspectives

5. Engage in Constructive Criticism Learn how to criticize without being a jerk

6. Don't be a Jerk in Online Spaces How to not be a jerk online

7. Practice Empathy Find out why empathy is key

8. Don't be a Bully Why bullying is bad and how to stop