Title: How to Think Critically and Problem Solve
Headings: How to Think Critically
and Problem Solve

How to Think Critically
and Problem Solve
We are thinking critically and in a  problem solving mindset when we:
Steps to Critical Thinking As It Relates To Problem Solving:

Content: How to Think Critically and Problem Solve
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How to Think Critically
and Problem Solve
By Z. Hereford
The quote by Jean De La Bruyere: " Life is  a tragedy for those who feel, and a comedy for those who think," may seem  a bit radical, however, according to the premise of cognitive  psychology, what you think is what you feel. While many people believe that your feelings precede, or are  independent of your thoughts, the truth is that your feelings are  products of your thoughts. This revelation can be both daunting and liberating. Daunting because it makes us responsible for our attitudes and  liberating because we have the power to choose our perspective, mood and thoughts. When we are aware that we can choose and direct our thinking, we  realize that we have the ability to better control the  circumstances of our lives, improve our decision-making processes and  generally live more productive lives. This in no way suggests that we need downplay the many feelings  and emotions we as humans enjoy, it's a simply a way for us to  manage and balance them with our cognitive abilities. We are thinking critically and in a  problem solving mindset when we: Rely on reason rather than emotion
Evaluate a broad range of viewpoints and perspectives
Maintain an open  mind to alternative interpretations
Accept new evidence, explanations and findings
Are willing to reassess information
Can put aside personal prejudices and biases
Consider all reasonable possibilities
Avoid hasty judgments
Like any other skill, learning to think critically or problem-solve  takes time, perseverance and practice. Knowing which steps to take  and how to apply them helps us master the process.