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    Skepticism: The Ultimate Guide to Thinking More Critically and Intelligently
    Skepticism: The Ultimate Guide to Thinking More Critically and Intelligently
    Skepticism: The Ultimate Guide to Thinking More Critically and Intelligently
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    Skepticism: The Ultimate Guide to Thinking More Critically and Intelligently

    By Gary Dankock

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    This is a 3-book bundle, which addresses various subtopics, including but not limited to these:



    Book 1: Skepticism is a philosophical movement that has been in existence for centuries. And even though some may call it old and outdated, studying this concept can bring enlightenment to the soul. Sometimes, being skeptical is erroneously connected to simply being negative. But this assumption is far from the truth.


    In this guide, you will learn how the skepticism movement has evolved over the past few centuries, what it is today, how it makes complete sense and how it differs from cynicism. These things are explained in a handful of pages, but the information you can get out of this, is well worth your time.



    Book 2: Today, we will take a look at the skeptical movement and ponder its significance, development, and application. This movement is worldwide and has been acknowledged by prominent scholars and theorists.


    We will also explore the concepts of criticism, parapsychology, the role of science in skepticism, and the subtle art of being positive while being skeptical. Skepticism helps us think critically and question statements and claims, which helps us get closer to the truth. If this is something you’d like to get better at, then I encourage you to take a look at this book.



    Book 3: Skepticism has been criticized, ironically, and optimism has been glorified beyond all reason. There are sub-cults in the self-help industry that will judge anyone who questions the claims of gurus, and there are many people who are afraid to doubt the things they are told. Today, we need more skepticism in science and psychology. We need people who don’t take claims as truth when they have not been fully proven.


    So, in an answer to the question: Why skepticism? I say, because it can help us think clearly, be more realistic, and have better results in life. In this guide, we will focus on just that. We will also touch on why skepticism isn’t always the same as pessimism or cynicism, and how we should rewire our brains to think more independently and intelligently.


    Join these thought processes today by reading or listening to this book.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAnonymous
    Release dateNov 16, 2020
    ISBN9791220223065

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