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It’s time to explore eight key ideas and takeaways.
First, a reminder about the philosophy of journalism.
Reference posts define and list, articles explain, essays explore.
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1. Our first story.
From History: Maya, Illusion.
Subject: Four Mind Traps.
Cognitive biases are predictable distortions in judgment that require conscious correction through disciplined thinking.
Now to clarify.
Cognitive biases are mental shortcuts that simplify complex reality but often distort truth. They are universal, not moral failures. Within TST, they are one of the Four Mind Traps and must be countered with structured reasoning, empirical testing, and calibrated confidence to prevent inflated certainty and tribal thinking.
That Critical Thinking Story,
was first published on TST 2 years ago.
2. Now for our second story.
Subject: Allegorical Interpretation.
- Philo of Alexandria.
- circa 20 CE.
Journalism < Philosophy
In short.
An allegory is a literary technique in which the writing represents deeper meanings than the words might initially imply. Allegorical interpretation is the process of understanding the symbolic meaning behind a text or story. It allows for a deeper understanding embedded in literature, art, and movies.
That Critical Thinking Quote,
was first published on TST 1 year ago.
3. Tidbit number three, a quote.
From History:
Subject: Law Enforcement.
- Hannah Arendt.
- 1963.
Great harm is often caused not by hatred, but by people who stop thinking and simply comply.
To clarify.
Arendt warned that history’s worst outcomes are rarely driven by monsters. They are driven by ordinary people who surrender judgment. When obedience replaces moral thinking, cruelty no longer feels like a choice—it feels like routine.
That Critical Thinking Quote,
was first published on TST 2 months ago.
Finally, 4 frequently asked “questions.”
4. Tidbit number four, another quote.
Subject: Reasoning.
Evidence. Inductive reasoning is evidence based; abductive reasoning is a best guess from limited evidence.
The central point is this.
Inductive reasoning finds patterns to predict future outcomes, while abductive reasoning makes the best guess based on available evidence. The Earth clearly revolves around the Sun, but hoofbeats outside might be horses or zebras. Abductive reasoning fills gaps by choosing the most likely explanation when certainty is unavailable. It’s useful—but it’s not proof. Opinions often lean on assumption without evidence. Good critical thinkers pause to ask whether a claim is truly supported by evidence.
That Critical Thinking FAQ,
was first published on TST 1 year ago.
5. Now it is time a question.
Subject: Ancient Humans.
Neanderthals were not dim, brutish failures of human evolution. Growing evidence shows they were intelligent ancient humans with symbolic thought, culture, and abilities that challenge long-standing human-centered bias.
To clarify.
The discovery of Neanderthal cave art in Spain, dated to before sapiens arrived there, helped force a major rethink. Intelligence is not measured by old stereotypes, and the story of Neanderthals reminds us that human-like cognition, creativity, and culture did not belong to our lineage alone.
That Critical Thinking Article,
was first published on TST 2 years ago.
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