In a Conversation the Participants Are Not Engaged in an Inquiry Michael Oakeshott

In a conversation the participants are not engaged in an inquiry or a debate; there is no ‘truth’ to be discovered, no proposition to be proved, no conclusion sought. They are not concerned to inform, to persuade, or to refute one another, and therefore the cogency of their utterances does not depend upon their all … Continue reading In a Conversation the Participants Are Not Engaged in an Inquiry Michael Oakeshott

How Could You or I Be Wrong About This? A crucial question to ask in a conversation

Gurteen Knowledge Blog   May 29, 2024, 09:31Intellectual humility and open-mindedness are vital for constructive dialogue. Polarization and confirmation bias hinder productive conversations on complex issues. Asking How could you or I be wrong about this? promotes self-reflection, critical thinking, and openness to alternative perspectives. Knowledge Letter: Issue: 288 (Subscribe)Tags: beliefs (67) | questions (24) | refutation … Continue reading How Could You or I Be Wrong About This? A crucial question to ask in a conversation

The Fallibility of Science Understanding the limits and strengths of science

Congruence, Coherence, and Contingent Truth The Roots of the Scientific Method Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close Science aims to uncover the truths of the natural world through careful observation and experimentation. However, it’s essential to acknowledge … Continue reading The Fallibility of Science Understanding the limits and strengths of science