Thinking Without Blind Spots. 8 Skills for Making the Right Decisions

Have you ever caught yourself claiming that what you wish for is true, defending ideas you believe in, and shielding yourself from those you don’t? If so, you, like many, have the type of thinking that Julia Galef calls soldier thinking. But to make the right decisions, you need to train a different type — scout thinking. The scout doesn’t rush into battle. They go out, survey the territory, and return with accurate data. Their main goal is to uncover the truth. People who think like scouts tend to make better decisions not because they are smarter or know more. It’s simply that they are equipped with habits and certain skills that anyone can learn. This book is for those who would like to know how to do this. *** We know a lot about how we think biased thoughts, but surprisingly little about how to combat this bias in everyday life. Fortunately, we have Julia Galef. Her book is full of keen observations and practical advice. By reading her book, you will think a little more clearly, see yourself a little more accurately, and make mistakes a little less often. Adam Grant, author of "Think Again" and "Give and Take"