Discordian

What about being hostile to initial hostility? Cuz that's usually when I start getting that way.

When most people meet someone new(such as in an argument) rather than stepping back and probing to see what makes this person's views unique, they talk about themselves, eager to impose their own willpower and prejudices. They argue, boast and make a show of their knowledge. You can use this to your advantage. Make them expose themselves, don't let them take the defensive until it's too late and you've revealed their flawed premises.

Every premise in a complex issue has flaws because no human being has perfect logic.