Or you could change the way your opponent makes their argument, which is an even better thinking exercise
Learn to argue against the best version of the opponent's argument. You won't win as many arguments against idiots, but you'll think better.
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The oft-forgotten first step: Consider carefully whether in fact the opponent is right.
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'idiots' are mentalities which have yet to discover themselves and probably don't know their Kant from their elbow...
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first requirement of being a good lawyer, too
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Socrates did it best: engage your opponent as though he is correct, asking questions until his position disintegrates.
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My main problem, with life in general, is that I don't knowing the opposing arguments.
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take it up a notch and learn to argue against the best version of your own arguement.
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I'm starting with learning how to simply argue logically and thoughtfully.
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