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Why Labels are Dangerous to Thinking

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Pattern Recognition

It is an easily observable fact that the human mind excels at pattern matching. We do it all the time. We see patterns or shapes that are familiar to us. There is nothing wrong with this – it is a crucial element in our very survival to be able to recognize things we have seen before, to have on file the traits and characteristics of things which we need to get along in life.Read More »Why Labels are Dangerous to Thinking

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Using the Scientific Method in Everyday Life

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Science is not just for Scientists

Critical thinking skills are very important for getting along in life. They allow you to analyze  problems or situations you find yourself involved in that don’t always have an easy or obvious answer. We all run into problems in relationships, work, school, etc. Wouldn’t it be easier if we could understand why things were happening around us and more easily see what we could do about them? That’s what critical thinking is all about. It’s not just for winning arguments!Read More »Using the Scientific Method in Everyday Life