Today in #DetectingDeception Critical thinkers take the time to *understand* arguments that they don't agree with, and it helps them make better decisions. Ideally, you could make the argument for each side as well as someone who accepts it. #WednesdayWisdom
2/ Why bother to understand what others think? Two reasons. First, you might be wrong, and f you only go by what you assume, you'll never know. Pro-tip: find opinion from people who actually believe something. This means using a variety of sources.
3/ Second, if you are right, you are more convincing if you understand how those you argue against think. In other words, you'll win more arguments.
4/ Today, spend some time looking at a different information source from what you usually would. Really understanding what others think is such a good idea, it was suggested by folks from Sun-Tzu to St. Francis.
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