Discordian

So I'm doing it right? I debate specifically to learn. Either learn about the subject, how do present my thoughts and just generally how to not get worked up over little things. I've had some success.

A debate isn't just about learning. It involves contradicting exchange through discussion. You posit an idea against those of others. Otherwise it would just be a one sided lecture. In any such encounter you must retain control, both of your reasoning and your emotions, especially since the later can overwhelm the former. Remember: when you get angry, you lose.

Now if only I could prevent any debate I get into from turning into a religious shouting match. Sometimes I take the opposing side just because no one else will.