Argue or Discuss?

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An argument should not degrade to the level of a quarrel. We argue not to attack the one with whom we are arguing. We just try to give some good reasons in support of our conclusion. We try to give reasons that others can accept. The focus is not on who is right. The focus is on what is right. Or vice versa. On the other hand, when we discuss something, there are 3-4 possibilities: 1. Those who are discussing, they are doing so to come to some conclusion or decision. 2. They are just exchanging ideas, without any obligation to come to any conclusion or decision. 3. With a specific topic there may be a talk or debate. 4. There may be a detailed discourse on a particular subject. That's why the word 'discussion' is more appealing to me than 'argument'. In an argument, we proceed with a preconceived notion or idea or conclusion, and start giving our reasons to justify that. Sometimes one who argues holds on to his idea even when he gets good reasons to reconsider his/her own idea. He gets too egoist to change his view point. In a discussion it is not likely to happen. People in a good discussion are open minded and are ready to review their reasons and ideas and make progress in the discussion. I am fortunate that on this discussion forum, I have come across sensible and open minded people, friendly and helpful people, knowledgeable and intelligent people. I really mean it. Kudos to MyLot and the MyLotters...