The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking by Edward B. Burger & Michael Starbird

Author:Edward B. Burger & Michael Starbird [Burger, Edward B.]
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub, pdf
Tags: SEL027000
ISBN: 9781400844562
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2012-08-25T18:30:00+00:00

Overcoming bias. Do you remember that shadows are the color of the sky? That counterintuitive reality reminds us that preconceived notions, bias, and prejudice color our view of the world. One profound habit of thinking individuals is to first acknowledge their biases and then intentionally overcome them. Asking challenging questions can help. Passionately argue an issue from the opposite point of view, and ask probing and difficult questions that challenge your original stance. Be brutally honest and see what’s actually there rather than what’s expected. Get in the habit of asking, “Do I really know?” and refuse to accept assertions blindly. Challenge everything and everyone—including your teachers. Don’t be intimidated. You are the best authority on what you don’t understand—trust yourself: don’t be afraid to ask the questions you need to ask, and be brave enough to change your thinking when you uncover a blind spot.

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