In this section you learned the most important thing in the entire course. Reasoning is not about "winning arguments." It is about being a good person. Good people are thoughtful people.

The sad thing is that most people are either non-critical thinkers or weak sense critical thinkers. This is true even of people who are well educated - even those who have taken this course. Why? Because reasoning is primarily about one's attitude. Most people aren't interested in discovering the truth. They are interested in defended their preconceived notions about reality.

Thankfully, you are better than that. You've taken this course to heart. You are teachable. Remember the words of Socrates. "The unexamined life is not worth living."

Start examining. Change your mind where necessary. Develop conviction where warranted. Be curious. Be brave. Be smart. Good luck.

Closing thought: Memorize the "Critical Thinker's Credo"

Always be open-minded.
Never be gullible.

Always be questioning.
Never be cynical.