The Elements of Thought
All thinking involves purpose, questions, information, inferences, concepts, assumptions, implications, and points of view—mastering these leads to clearer reasoning.
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A compact yet powerful guide that equips aspiring thinkers with the mindset, tools, and habits needed to think clearly, question deeply, and reason effectively in everyday life.
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