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What is the difference between reason and logic?

By Michael Alan Prestwood

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What is the difference between reason and logic?

First, the dry answer. Reason is the general ability to think, analyze information, and form judgments. It’s a broader concept that encompasses various thinking processes including deductive, inductive, and abductive. Logic, on the other hand, is a specific set of rules or principles used for clear and structured thinking. A good place to focus on logic is with logical fallacies.

Now, imagine yourself in a grand kitchen, the heart of a bustling restaurant. That’s reason. It’s the chef, brimming with knowledge and creativity. She can whip up a gourmet meal from scratch, relying on experience and intuition to guide her. But sometimes, even the most skilled chefs need a recipe. That’s where logic comes in. It’s the trusted cookbook on the shelf, filled with clear instructions and time-tested techniques. Together, the chef and her recipe book create a masterpiece – a logical argument, a well-reasoned solution, or an insightful analysis. Reason provides the big-picture thinking, the ability to experiment and adapt. Logic offers the structure and rules, ensuring the final dish is not just delicious, but also follows sound culinary principles. So, the next time you’re faced with a problem or a puzzling situation, remember the chef and her cookbook – reason and logic, working together to create something truly remarkable. For a deeper exploration, take the 3-minute deep dive: “An Overview of Reason and Logic.”

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