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You want to improve your critical thinking skills. How can mindfulness help you?

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Critical thinking is the ability to analyze, evaluate, and reason logically and objectively. It is a valuable skill for making informed and effective decisions, solving problems, and communicating clearly. However, critical thinking can be hindered by various factors, such as biases, emotions, distractions, and stress. How can mindfulness help you overcome these obstacles and improve your critical thinking skills?

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Andreas Moosdorf, Ph.D.

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Esther Fernández

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1 What is mindfulness?

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment, without judgment or attachment. It is a way of cultivating awareness, curiosity, and openness to your thoughts, feelings, sensations, and surroundings. Mindfulness can be practiced in various ways, such as meditation, breathing exercises, yoga, or simply noticing what is happening in the here and now.

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2 How mindfulness boosts critical thinking

Mindfulness can enhance your critical thinking skills in several ways. First, it can help you reduce stress and anxiety, which can cloud your judgment and impair your cognitive functions. By calming your mind and body, mindfulness can help you focus better and think more clearly. Second, mindfulness can help you become more aware of your own biases, assumptions, and emotions, which can influence your decision making and problem solving. By observing your thoughts and feelings without reacting to them, mindfulness can help you challenge and correct them if they are inaccurate or irrational. Third, mindfulness can help you develop a more open and curious mindset, which can foster creativity and innovation . By being mindful of your environment and experiences, you can discover new perspectives, insights, and possibilities.

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When we are stressed or overwhelmed, our nervous system is in 'survival' mode, our 'archaic' part of the brain (responsible for instincts) is dominant and our 'modern' part of the brain responsible for critical thinking is muffled. Being mindful about that is the first step to improving critical thinking, by consciously de-activating a 'survival' mode through stimulating a feeling of safety using breathwork and other body-based techniques. And then and only then, look at the situation from a perspective of calm and rational sate.

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3 How to practice mindfulness for critical thinking

To practice mindfulness for critical thinking, set aside some time each day to meditate or do a mindful activity. You can use an app, a guided audio, or a book to help you get started. During the day, take a few moments to pause and take deep breaths before making decisions or solving problems. This can help you stay calm and clear your mind. Acknowledge your thoughts and feelings without judging or suppressing them, as this can help identify any biases or emotions that may influence your reasoning. Additionally, explore different angles and alternatives without jumping to conclusions or dismissing them; this can help expand horizons and generate new ideas.

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Andreas Moosdorf, Ph.D.

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Practicing mindfulness using an app, breathing technique or other exercise will certainly help you stay present, calm, and clear. As your presence pushes categorical thinking and its potential fallacies into the background, your ability to think critically will improve. To go beyond mindfulness exercises and become even more mindful in critical thinking, I suggest that you also explore your mind's natural tendencies in the context of problem solving. The insights gained here can help you overcome your own biases and become a more critical thinker. Specifically, I recommend - Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman - You're About to Make a Terrible Mistake by Olivier Sibony - Noise by Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony & Cass Sunnstein

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Esther Fernández

Consultora y Coach Ejecutivo en Liderazgo, Mindfulness y Mentalidad | Experta en gestión del estrés y resiliencia para líderes | Creadora del método Power Up Mindset | Branding estratégico & Brandfulness
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Práctica de la escucha activa. Cuando interactúes con otras personas, practica mindfulness al escuchar atentamente lo que dicen sin interrumpir ni juzgar. Presta atención a sus palabras, tono de voz y lenguaje corporal, y reflexiona sobre su significado antes de responder.

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4 The benefits of mindfulness for critical thinking

Practicing mindfulness for critical thinking can have many benefits for your personal and professional life, such as making more informed and rational decisions, solving problems more effectively and efficiently, communicating more clearly and persuasively, and learning more and growing more. By engaging in mindfulness, you can base decisions on facts and evidence instead of opinions or emotions. You can find the root causes of problems and the best solutions instead of the symptoms or quick fixes. You can present arguments and evidence in a logical and coherent way instead of a vague or emotional way. And you can be open to feedback and criticism rather than being defensive or resistant.

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Esther Fernández

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Practicar la atención plena puede aumentar la capacidad de comprensión y empatía hacia los demás, lo que facilita la consideración de diferentes perspectivas y opiniones al enfrentar problemas o tomar decisiones.

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5 The challenges of mindfulness for critical thinking

Mindfulness is not a magic bullet or a one-time solution; rather, it is a continuous and deliberate practice that requires commitment and patience. You may find it hard to stay focused and mindful, especially in a busy and noisy environment. To counter this, you can find a quiet and comfortable place to practice mindfulness or use headphones or earplugs. Additionally, you may encounter resistance or skepticism from yourself or others, who may think that mindfulness is too woo-woo or irrelevant for critical thinking. To counter this, you should educate yourself and others about the scientific evidence and the practical benefits of mindfulness for critical thinking. Finally, you may experience frustration or disappointment if you do not see immediate or dramatic results from your mindfulness practice. To counter this, remind yourself that mindfulness is a skill that takes time and practice to master, and that every small step counts.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Mindfulness can profoundly enhance critical thinking by fostering a state of deep presence and observation. This practice helps in seeing situations and problems more clearly, free from bias or emotional clouding. It sharpens focus, allowing for sustained concentration on complex issues. Mindfulness also boosts emotional intelligence, improving understanding of oneself and others, which is crucial for effective decision-making and teamwork. Additionally, it cultivates curiosity and openness, encouraging the exploration of new perspectives and solutions. Lastly, mindfulness builds resilience, enabling you to navigate uncertainty and complexity with patience and clarity

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