How to Win Friends and Influence People, advocating for the avoidance of arguments. It highlights the potential negative outcomes of arguments, emphasising that they damage relationships, fuel ego rather than reason, and lead to emotional fallout. The text then provides practical strategies for avoiding arguments by focusing on empathy, active listening, and finding common ground. Finally, it acknowledges situations where standing your ground is necessary and offers advice on how to do so tactfully, ensuring respect and a focus on solutions.