fight with dignity

is it better to fight with dignity or surrender with shame? i think it is better to fight with dignity. i am a very argumentive person when it comes to things i strongly believe in. when someone questions my beliefs i become very defensive and "fight with dignity". i have been like this all my life, i speak up for what i stand for and what i think is right. i never let anyone push their beliefs or opinions on me. i simply agree to disagree because i won't come down. it doesnt matter who it is i will always stand my ground!