5. Use Deception to Confuse the Enemy

This technique's strength is that it frames the course of the debate and can create a false appearance of credibility and control.

• Because it gives an advantage to the Gish galloper, your best course of action is to avoid playing their game.

... is an emotionally unhealthy psychological strategy used by people who are incapable of asking for what they want and need in a direct way, to control someone or something to their advantage, often without anyone knowing it.

Imagination can blunt the cravings that erode your self-control.

If you imagine lying on a peaceful beach, your body will respond by relaxing. If you imagine being late for an important meeting, your body will tense in response. Use this to your advantage in building willpower.