Specific · Wisdom

Critical Thinking

Part of the Character Strengths Wheel

What is Critical Thinking?

The ability to examine arguments, weigh evidence, and resist the pull of bias or wishful thinking. Critical thinkers make better decisions — and help the people around them do the same.

When you might feel critical thinking

Critical Thinking is a specific form of judgment, which itself is a type of wisdom. You might experience this feeling in situations where wisdom is present, particularly when the circumstances align with the nuances that define critical thinking.

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