Skepticism Why critical thinking makes you smarter
Skepticism Why critical thinking makes you smarter
It’s not always easy to tell the difference between objective truth and what we believe to be true. Separating facts from opinions, according to skeptic Michael Shermer, theoretical physicist Lawrence Krauss, and others, requires research, self-reflection, and time.
Recognizing your own biases and those of others, avoiding echo chambers, actively seeking out opposing voices, and asking smart, testable questions are a few of the ways that skepticism can be a useful tool for learning and growth.
As Derren Brown points out, being « skeptical of skepticism » can also lead to interesting revelations and teach us new things about ourselves and our psychology.
Read Michael Shermer’s latest book « Skeptic: Viewing the World with a Rational Eye » at https://amzn.to/3c7vP58