Love communicates more than correct answers: valuing the person by taking their question seriously matters independent of whether the answer lands
Mike reflects on the principle of person-first engagement
Even if an answer does not land, the person receives the message: you matter to me, your question is important to me. This communicates love in a divisive culture that tends to prefer smart points and Twitter wins over genuine engagement. The goal is not to win arguments but to genuinely care for and reach people.
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