The result is that our beliefs get brittle long before our bones. We surround ourselves with people who agree with our conclusions, when we should be gravitating toward those who challenge our thought process. We see disagreement as a threat to our egos, rather than an opportunity to learn. We listen to opinions that make us feel good, instead of ideas that make us think hard. In our daily lives, too many of us favor the comfort of conviction over the discomfort of doubt. Intelligence is usually seen as the ability to think and learn, but in a rapidly changing world, there's another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn. The bestselling author of Give and Take and Originals examines the critical art of rethinking: learning to question your opinions and open other people's minds, which can position you for excellence at work and wisdom in life In an increasingly divided world, the lessons in this book are more important than ever." "Think Again is a must-read for anyone who wants to create a culture of learning and exploration, whether at home, at work, or at school.
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