Be mindful of your biases from "summary" of The Independent Thinker: How to Think for Yourself, Come to Your Own Conclusions, Make Great Decisions, and Never Be Fooled by Patrick King
Our biases are invisible forces that shape our beliefs, attitudes, and decisions without us even realizing it. They are like hidden filters that color our perception of the world around us. These biases can come from our upbringing, culture, experiences, and even the media we consume. They can influence how we interpret information, how we make judgments, and how we interact with others.
Being mindful of your biases means being aware of the ways in which your preconceived notions may be affecting your thinking. It requires you to examine your beliefs and assumptions critically, asking yourself where they come from and whether they are based on solid evidence. By acknowledging your biases, you can start to question them and challenge them when they might be leading you astray.
One of the most common biases that people have is confirmation bias, where we seek out information that confirms our existing beliefs and ignore or dismiss evidence that contradicts them. This can prevent us from considering alternative viewpoints and making well-inform...
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