2) Reflection

1. The perceived stage, where the brain focuses on identifying a certain pattern (a way in which the brain frames the environment).
2. The second stage uses that pattern and builds upon it to reach a conclusion. 

But to get better at identifying patterns and prevent errors in t...

To make good decisions in troubled times, it's best to slow down, even if our fears urge us to take action.
Most of the actions you are likely to take will not be prudent in the face of a potential pandemic. By slowing down, you can use deliberative reasoning with data.

This principle is a judgment call. Checklist:

• Are the reasons provided enough to drive to the arguer’s conclusion?
• Is the premise based on insufficient evidence or faulty causal analysis? Some premises provide evidence that is based on too small a sam...