Intellectual Traits & Standards
This intellectual standard means looking at more than one point of view.
What is breadth?
This function of the mind helps us make sense of the world by analyzing, judging, comparing, and more.
What is thinking?
This pathological disposition is the tendency to believe that your view of the world is unquestionably correct.
What is egocentric righteousness?
This fallacy says something must be true or good because many people believe or do it.
What is bandwagon?
This term refers to thinking that may look like ethics but is actually based in social norms, religion, politics, or laws.
What are pseudo-ethics?
You demonstrate this intellectual trait when you continue researching a complex topic, even after hitting multiple dead ends.
What is intellectual perseverance?
You're demonstrating this when you pause to reflect on why you're angry before responding to a rude comment.
What is emotional intelligence?
You display this form of sociocentric thinking when you go along with something you disagree with because "everyone else is doing it."
What is group conformity?
You use this fallacy when someone suggests improving school lunches and you respond, "Oh, so you want to ban all fun foods?"
What is straw man?
Wondering whether it's right to test medicine on animals is an example of this type of question.
What are ethical questions?
You demonstrate this intellectual standard when you revise your essay to make sure your main point can't be misunderstood.
What is clarity?
Saying you skipped a meeting because it "would've been boring" when you're actually avoiding a tough conversation is an example of this defense mechanism.
What is rationalization?
In group discussions, Mark constantly interrupts, dismisses others' ideas, and pressures people to accept his viewpoint or be excluded from the project. Mark is demonstrating this strategy of egocentric thinking.
What is egocentric domination?
You commit this fallacy if you say your lucky socks made your team win because you wore them before the game.
What is post hoc generalization?
When a coworkers wears jeans to a formal meeting, some colleagues feel it's disrespectful -- others say it's fine. The debate reflects this type of question.
What are social questions?
During a group project, Maya realizes her approach might not be the best and actively seeks input from others, even though she thought she had the perfect plan. Maya demonstrated this intellectual trait.
What is intellectual humility?
During a team meeting, Kevin insists that emotions have no place in problem-solving, overlooking how emotional awareness could actually lead to better group decisions. Kevin is falling for this popular misunderstanding of the mind.
What is the idea that emotion and reason are often in conflict with each other?
At dinner, Lisa passionately argues for environmentalism, but later throws her plastic takeout containers in the trash without a second thought. Lisa demonstrated this pathological disposition.
What is egocentric hypocrisy?
Julia defends a bad investment by saying, "Well, a billionaire once said it was a smart move," despite the lack of real evidence.
What is (inappropriate) appeal to authority?
A news outlet repeatedly describes protestors as "rioters," subtly influencing public opinion. This scenario portrays this concept of ethical reasoning.
What is the intersection of language and ethics?
While others were satisfied blaming the test scores on student laziness, Priya explored how poverty, access to resources, and systemic bias also played roles. Priya demonstrated this intellectual standard.
What is depth?
To feel more valued, Clara imitates her boss's aggressive leadership style -- even though it causes tension with her peers and goes against her own values. Clara is demonstrating this defense mechanism.
What is identification?
During a town hall, a community leader argues for funding that benefits their own neighborhood while ignoring the greater needs of surrounding areas. The community leader demonstrated this form of sociocentric thought.
What is groupishness?
After his school installs one new recycling bin, Liam says, "Next thing you know, we'll be a zero-waste campus that saves the planet!" -- ignoring all the steps and challenges in between. Liam used this fallacy.
What is slippery slope?
After being asked to say a prayer before a public event, Jordan wonders whether to participate, knowing their beliefs differ from the majority. Jordan is engaging this type of question.
What are religious questions?