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248 Thinking Rationally Part 6: Your Superpower For Self-Determination
Episode 248

248 Thinking Rationally Part 6: Your Superpower For Self-Determination

The Voluntary Life

May 31, 201624m 50s

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Show Notes

This episode is about the role of rational thinking in life. Rational thinking is a discipline of self-mastery, similar to the discipline of achieving physical fitness. I tackle some misconceptions about rational thinking and answer these questions:
  • What does cognitive science tell us about thinking rationally?
  • What are the costs of thinking rationally, and what are the benefits?
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