Did you find something particularly impactful?
The most impactful piece of the article is argumentation. It teaches the readers how to present a strong argument. I believe that even the most knowledgeable person in the world may not fully understand social issues. The only way they can move to a full understanding is through argumentation and presentation of different views. It results in wise decisions and strategies
Did a piece of information surprise you?
I was surprised to learn that the mind is not reasonable. I used to believe that the mind operates according to formal logic probabilities and rules. However, the article argues that the mind must be separated from the body to operate logically. It emphasizes that experts have not found any inherent logic function in a human being’s mind. Gerald Edelman argues that although people can feel and think, there is still no evidence of the mind’s rationality separated from individuals’ totality.
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Was there something that you disagreed with?
The author states that argumentation always leads to better decision-making and better strategies. However, this can only be true if the decision-makers are open-minded. Most people are not open-minded. They often make their judgment based on their beliefs and mental models of reality. Unfortunately, some models are not grounded in reality.
Application of the article
I think one of the worst fears of workers is disagreeing with a boss. However, the article has equipped me with strategies I can employ when arguing with my boss. Since I will be going against my employer, I will ensure I am right. According to the article, I can ensure this by basing my argument on facts and having sufficient proofs to support my claim. In cases where my case is on a moral dilemma, I will not be able to use sources to support my argument. The article emphasizes that the best way to handle this scenario is to enlist colleagues to support my claim.
