Issues and problems are viewed from all available perspectives. Group members criticize ideas and positions, not individuals. Members disagree with each other while confirming each other's competence. Group members view disagreement as an interesting situation from which something can be learned, not as personal rejection or a sign that they are perceived as incompetent or ignorant. There is appropriate pacing of differentiation and integration of member's positions.
Differentiation takes place first, followed by integration.
Emotions are allowed and members are encouraged to express them. The rules of rational argument are followed. Members present organized information to support their positions, reason logically, and change their minds when others present persuasive and convincing arguments and proof. The arguments of all members are given equal consideration, regardless of how much formal power a member has. There are a number of ways to contribute to a conversation.