To be quickly angered is foolish. Conversely, critical thinking avoids angry outburst because critical thinkers are self-controlled. Traits of Critical Thinkers Critical thinking is an important personal attribute for a leader. As such, it’s mentioned in Proverbs several times. I’m interpreting the Hebrew word arum as critical thinking. Depending on the version of scripture, the […]
Discernment is an outcome of critical thinking, according to Proverbs 14.8. Actually, I become more self-aware by thinking critically. Thus, critical thinkers are self-discerning. Become Self-discerning Emotional intelligence includes self-awareness. In fact, before I can be socially aware I must be self-aware. Interestingly, Proverbs 14.8 defines self-awareness. As such, the verse says it’s discernment from […]
Critical thinkers effectively use factual knowledge. They don’t try to impress others with what they know. However, they do get the facts. Thus, critical thinkers manage knowledge. Manage Knowledge Have you ever worked with someone who had an opinion about everything? And believed they knew it all? What’s worse, they talked constantly about everything they […]
The childishly naive believe whatever they’re told. Conversely, a critical thinker recognizes flaws in logic. Thus, critical thinkers discern truth. Believe All – Do Anything If you know where you’re going you have a goal. Next, if you know how you’ll get there you have a strategy. Then, if you’re not easily deterred you have […]
Critical thinking is a key component of personal and professional growth. Conversely, shallow-mindedness produces foolishness that retards growth. Thus, learn to think critically because critical thinkers desire growth. What It Isn’t One way to define a precept is to look at its converse. Thus, to examine what it isn’t. In the Proverbs, contrasts are used […]