Rules For Thinking, Analysis, & Writing

“We live in a world where unfortunately the distinction between true and false appears to become increasingly blurred by manipulation of facts, by exploitation of uncritical minds, and by the pollution of the language.” ― Arne Tiselius

“We are approaching a new age of synthesis. Knowledge cannot be merely a degree or a skill… it demands a broader vision, capabilities in critical thinking and logical deduction without which we cannot have constructive progress.” ~ Li Ka-shing

“When we blindly adopt a religion, a political system, a literary dogma, we become automatons.” ― Anaïs Nin, The Diary of Anaïs Nin, Vol. 4: 1944-1947

• In a world filled with untruth, alternative facts, and misinformation. Think twice before sending any communications. Double check and verify the contents.

• The internet promotes half-truths do not contribute to them by rushing through a tweet or post.

• If you are unsure about something. Conduct research before answering.

• Make sure all of your writing and work are free from bias or fallacies.

• Be objective in your writing and do not allow transient personal feelings to influence your work.

• Edit all writing for simplicity and clarity. Increase vocabulary for technical subjects as needed.

• Memorize and learn to recognize various fallacies, group think, and bias.

• Make sure all writing is devoid of unconsciously learned discrimination.

• Never accept anything as an established fact or truth. Question everything. Seek out the answers.

• Do not promote a certain ideological stance in your writing. However, you are free to give your personal opinions as long as they are clearly labeled as such.

• Use literary analysis & critical thinking when reading and / or writing. Make sure you know your topic well before discussing it.

• Learn how to ask questions accurately.

• Do not use your writing to promote: fight me culture, demands, arguments, character assassination, cyber bullying, or discrimination of any kind.

• Tokenization or any enforcement of objectivity cannot be condoned. Information is free. Objectivity is voluntary.