Hold Beliefs Lightly
Strong opinions are useful only when they're paired with the willingness to revise them as new evidence appears.
Challenge Yourself
- Ask what evidence would change your mind.
- Separate identity from opinion.
- Seek thoughtful disagreement.
Intellectual Humility
Being willing to learn is more valuable than always being right.
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Great questions often lead to better thinking than quick answers.
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