00:00:00 The Art of Clear Thinking
00:05:14 The Armored Ego.
00:21:32 Obstacles To Honest Thought.
00:34:01 On Forming Opinions.
00:41:49 “Strong opinions which are lightly held” is a helpful rule of thumb.

“The Art of Clear Thinking” by Patrick King

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Struggling to think clearly and make sound decisions? You’re not alone! In this video, we’ll explore key ideas from Patrick King’s book “The Art of Clear Thinking: Mental Models for Better Reasoning, Judgment, Analysis, and Learning.”

We’ll delve into the concept of intellectual honesty and how it’s the foundation of clear thinking. We’ll also discuss the obstacles that prevent us from thinking honestly, such as our ego and biases.

By understanding these challenges, you’ll be better equipped to identify and overcome them. The video will also introduce the concept of mental models, which are powerful tools for simplifying complex situations and making better judgments.

Whether you’re looking to improve your decision-making skills, avoid logical fallacies, or simply think more critically, this video offers valuable insights and practical takeaways.

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In this video, we’ll cover:

What is intellectual honesty and why is it so important?
The biggest obstacle to intellectual honesty (and how you can overcome it)
How our biases and blind spots cloud our judgment
The difference between real logic and deceptive reasoning
Practical tips for thinking independently