[violetgorman]

Thank's for the responses so far (which I will take on board), but I am not after personal advice - I can get that from family and friends, thanks.

Instead, I am asking for advice regarding techniques for dealing with a, non uncommon, Thai trait of 'wilful ignorance'.

If you do not recognize that such a trait is not uncommon amongst Thai people, then it is doubtful that you will be able to provide the type of advice I am looking for.

I was specifically interested in hearing from those Thai people who have managed to rise above the trait (through mindfulness), and become more open, honest & sharing and less defensive, when confronted with disagreements.

As this behavior can equally be applied to Thai on Thai relationships, including regarding things like political disputes (as evidenced by the ongoing red/yellow political mess), perhaps this post should really be in the Culture sub forum, so I will post it there as well.